{"title":"Delfina Aguilar","description":"Delfina Aguilar is the founder of Fanny \u0026amp; Alexander, a brand devoted to analogue toys and books that invite children--and the adults who love them--to play more thoughtfully, encouraging imagination, curiosity, and screen-free wonder. She is the co-author of The Nature of Play, Hiccup Makes a Leap, and The Acorn Who Hung On. Clare Aitken is an author of books for children. She is passionate about nature, community and food and has co-written several books including The Nature of Play.","products":[{"product_id":"the-nature-of-play-a-handbook-of-nature-based-activities-for-all-seasons-paperback","title":"The Nature of Play: A Handbook of Nature-Based Activities for All Seasons - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for ages 8+, readers are invited to explore, learn, and play in harmony with nature--no matter what season we're in!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFilled with bespoke crafts and seasonal activities for readers young and old, \u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Play\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect resource for exploring and engaging with nature and your creative side--whether you're at home, in your backyard, or a local park. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDiscover seasonal recipes, hands-on projects, and detailed guides to plants and animals, including: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to find your way using nature's signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to create a leaf mask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to stargaze and discover solar constellations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to create seasonal mobiles that celebrate the seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to plant a terrarium, and so much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe perfect book for families, forest schools, educators, and anyone looking to connect with the outdoors, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Play\u003c\/i\u003e inspires curiosity and hands-on learning, making it easy to enjoy and appreciate nature--wherever you are, all year round.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the author: \u003cbr\u003e\"Many children don't know how to play without a screen--this book is a small inoculation against that state of being. It requires children to challenge themselves, find solutions and rely on their skills and imaginations. Most of all, it asks them to slow their pace enough to really observe, to examine, to contemplate and to wonder.\"\u003cbr\u003e--Delfina Aguilar \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51376100376799,"sku":"9781778403088","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/ZBv8Xk1aWI9781778403088.webp?v=1789214192"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/delfina-aguilar.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}