If you think today’s children spend too much time indoors, you’re not alone. Children today are probably more disconnected from the natural world than any previous generation, but a growing trend for forest schools in the UK is bringing children back to nature, says Lydia Gard.
The art of parenting comes down to a series of balancing acts. Balancing independence with safety, freedom with nurture, and stimulation with space. So as the mother of two physical and energetic boys, I spent a lot of time choosing the right playschool.