Childhood Matters by Bower Education
Welcome to Bower Education's Childhood Matters podcast, presented by hosts Jane Parolin, Sam Payze, and Chelsea Oliver as they delve into the complexities of childcare and child development—covering all the topics that matter to you as a parent. At Childhood Matters, we provide you with the essential tools for parenting, celebrating the wonderful surprises and joys that children bring into our lives.
Childhood Matters by Bower Education
Importance of Outdoor Play - With Guest Jason Tyndall CEO Nature Play SA
Join us as Guest Speaker, Jason Tyndall, an expert in outdoor education, discusses the vital role of outdoor play in child development. Discover how nature fosters creativity, resilience, and well-being in kids, along with practical tips to encourage more outdoor activities. Tune in for inspiring insights on the importance of letting children explore the great outdoors!
Jason has been integral to Nature Play SA since its inception, driving the nature play movement in South Australia. He has a background in conservation management, community development and education and he is dedicated to fostering relationships between communities and the natural environment to support wellbeing. In 2021 Jason was awarded a certificate of commendation for education and engagement as part of the inaugral Pelzer Prize.
Jason is a storyteller, and loves listening to the stories and wisdom of Aboriginal peoples as he connects with Country. He is passionate about conservation, spending time outdoors with his two girls and finding rare and precious plants and animals.
Guest
Jason Tyndall
https://natureplaysa.org.au/
Hosts
Chelsea Oliver
Jane Parolin
We acknowledge this land that we meet on today is the traditional lands for the Kaurna people and that we respect their spiritual relationship with their country.We also acknowledge the Kaurna people as the custodians of the Adelaide region and that their cultural and heritage beliefs are still as important to the living Kaurna people today.We also pay respects to the cultural authority of Aboriginal people visiting/attending from other areas of South Australia/Australia.
