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Can’t make it on a PGL adventure this summer? Experience a little bit of the magic at home this summer with one of the exciting activities children love most at camp.
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Quick and easy ideas to bring more fun, adventure and connection into everyday family life.
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Fresh ideas to help teenagers swap boredom for creativity, confidence and adventure this summer.
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Podcasts
Explores the wonders of the natural world with fascinating stories about wildlife, science, and the environment.
Maddie takes young listeners on a journey of discovery through the world of sound. With a focus on science and nature, this podcast encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging stories and activities
While not specifically designed for children, this podcast is a trivia podcast hosted by the researchers behind the TV show QI. It’s a fun and informative listen that older kids and teens might enjoy.
YouTube channels
A fun and highly trusted science channel made especially for younger children. It answers big questions like “Why do volcanoes erupt?” and “How do plants grow?” using experiments, storytelling and simple explanations that make science easy to understand.
An outdoor adventure and wildlife channel where host Coyote Peterson explores nature up close. Perfect for children interested in animals, survival skills and real-world exploration, with a strong emphasis on safety and respect for wildlife.
A brilliant mix of animals, science facts and global exploration. Kids can learn about wildlife, geography and amazing natural phenomena through short, engaging videos that spark curiosity about the world.
A family-friendly creativity channel that teaches drawing, painting and simple art projects. Parents often join in too, making it a great shared activity for creativity and relaxation at home.
Bonus for Parents & Educators
A slightly more advanced science channel that explains everyday science, psychology and health topics in a fun, visual way. Great for parents or older children watching together and sparking discussion.
Resources
Support for all families
Contact a Family (now part of Contact)
A leading UK charity supporting families with disabled children. It offers practical advice on benefits, education, SEND processes and everyday family life, along with helplines and community support.
NASEN (National Association for Special Educational Needs)
Provides training, resources and guidance for educators and families supporting children with special educational needs. Focuses on inclusion in schools and accessible learning strategies.
Wellbeing Support
A children’s mental health charity offering in-school counselling, resources for families and guidance on emotional wellbeing. It helps children understand and manage feelings in a safe, supportive way.
A leading UK mental health charity for children and young people. It provides advice for parents, practical tools for coping with anxiety and stress and support for emotional wellbeing at all ages.
Safety Guidance
RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents)
Offers trusted safety advice covering outdoor play, home safety, road safety and water safety. Particularly useful for families looking to balance independence with safe risk-taking.
RLSS UK (Royal Life Saving Society UK)
Specialists in water safety education, providing resources for swimming safety, drowning prevention and confidence around water for children and families.
Reading and Literacy Resources
A UK charity promoting reading for all ages, offering free book recommendations, early years reading support, and fun literacy activities for families.
Provides research, resources, and programmes to support children’s reading and writing skills. Includes book lists, parent guides, and literacy activities to support learning at home.
Nature and Environmental Organisations
The UK’s largest woodland conservation charity, offering family-friendly nature activities, tree identification guides and outdoor learning resources to encourage exploration of forests and green spaces.
RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds)
Helps families and children engage with wildlife and birdwatching through nature trails, activity ideas and conservation education, encouraging outdoor curiosity and environmental awareness.
A network of UK conservation charities providing local nature reserves, family events and educational resources that help children connect with wildlife and outdoor environments.
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