Learning Environments Western Australian Chapter invites you to join us for a presentation by Occupational Therapist and Nature Space Consultant, Cath Fitzhardinge, on the Changing State of Outdoor Play; How Learning Environments can influence Child Health and Well-being. Click here for the flyer.
As an Occupational Therapist, Cath advocates for children (and adults) living in urban areas to have access to nature, and to embed nature into their everyday lives. This presentation will explore how children’s access to free play outdoors has changed over the years, and highlight the universal opportunities that learning environments can offer children to connect with nature, with others, and with themselves to foster competence, confidence, curiosity, and kindness.
Cath will also talk about her Masters research project "Bringing self-regulation into play": How can intentionally designed nature play spaces in WA Primary Schools influence students' emotions and behaviour, investigating the impact of outdoor play spaces on students' self-regulation.
All are welcome. Members are $15 plus GST, Non-Members: $25 plus GST.
A light breakfast is included for those attending, including 2 coffees or a juice and an assortment of bagels, croissants, bircher muesli, muffins, and banana bread.
Due to the venue capacity, there is a limit of 30 spots, so get in fast and book your ticket. Breakfast starts at 7.15am, with the presentation starting at 8am.
