Nature's Playground in Winter

Stick Pull This traditional game is played to develop grip strength and coordination, often using sticks or poles in snow or on ice. For more information on Indigenous winter games, visit...

Hunt for Icicles Observing icicles encourages children to engage with the natural winter environment while developing careful observation and curiosity. It provides an opportunity to explore shapes, patterns, and textures found in ice formations. What you do: Explore...

Does the Shoe Fit? Exploring footprints is a simple way to engage children with observation, comparison, and measurement while enjoying the outdoors. It encourages them to notice differences in shape, size, and walking patterns, helping develop both physical awareness...

Heart Hunt Valentine’s Day can be a meaningful opportunity to connect children with nature while exploring themes of observation, creativity, and seasonal awareness. Outdoor activities allow children to engage their senses and practice noticing details in the natural...

Snow Puzzle Playing with puzzles in the snow encourages teamwork, problem-solving, and outdoor exploration while children enjoy physical activity in a winter setting. It allows them to combine creativity and strategy as they search for and assemble pieces in a natural...

Snow Ball Accuracy Challenge Practicing snowball accuracy is a fun way for children to develop coordination, focus, and spatial awareness while being active outdoors. It allows them to combine physical skill with strategy as they aim for a target in a winter setting....

Snow Graffiti Creating “snow graffiti” encourages children to explore creativity, expression, and observation while interacting with the winter environment. It allows them to experiment with patterns, shapes, and designs using natural tools and surfaces. What you do:...

Ice or Snow Track Races Racing on snow or ice is inspired by traditional Indigenous foot races, often held during winter gatherings or celebrations. For more information on Indigenous winter games, visit...

Snow Snake Snow Snake is a traditional Indigenous game played by several First Nations, where children slide long wooden sticks along snow to see whose goes the farthest. It builds strength, focus, and friendly competition. For more information on Indigenous winter...