Here Becky chats with Mindy,   we are sat outside on logs, beneath the canvas of autumn trees around the base camp of the University of Gloucestershire Forest School.  Mindy is an expert in Forest School and has led her own sessions for many years. She is also an Early Years graduated.  
What are the benefits for children, families and professionals of just getting outside?
Why is it crucial that urban areas have a green space to explore and what benefits does forest school bring to everyone?
We explore the wording and communication we use with young children around the weather, especially as it progresses to winter times and develop understanding on why this really matters. 
How long are you outside for ?  What opportunities does this create and what messages are the children receiving about nature. 
Thriving Language is a Community Interest Company 
Earth Stars Education & Play is a Community Interest Company 
Together we provide communication and  forest play opportunities where children , families and professionals can thrive in an environment of understanding.
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Grab a cuppa and snuggle up with us around the camp fire for a 10 min listen all about the benefits of the forest. 

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Training for educators, key note speakers and workshops, one to one sessions for speech language and communication play sessions for children and families.
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Speech Language and Communication in the Early Years
Speech Language and Communication for Healthy Little Minds
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