The Beach Activity Book

99 Ideas for Activities by the water in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Ages 7+

The 99 activities in this immersive book for children aged 7 to 14 range from experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness. Developed to inspire curious young minds to explore and appreciate our beaches, lakes, rivers and streams. It is also designed to be taken out into natural environments and to be drawn and written in.

Written by Rachel Haydon, Illustrated by Pippa Keel.
176 pages. Paperback. A4 format.

Written by a children's learning expert, all sorts of learning styles are recognised, with each activity being open to children who like to draw and those who like to write. The book's journal-like format and activities that range across the seasons make it a long-term and much treasured companion. Matauranga Maori concepts and the theme of nature connectedness are an integral part of the activities.