Hello and welcome back to the campfire! Today we have Lewis Ames and Gemma Southerden joining us. Lewis and Gemma are qualified Forest Leaders and the directors of Children Of The Forest. They are both former teachers who have gone into business together to focus on what they are passionate about: giving children and families meaningful learning and play experiences, in the great outdoors. Tucked away on their beautiful, private 3 acres of Gaddon Woods, they run weekly sessions where children can explore and follow their own learning journeys.  Their mission is to give children real skills, real freedom in their play, and to reconnect families with nature. So grab a seat by the fire as we travel to the UK and discuss the importance of meeting children where they are and allowing them to progress holistically at their own pace. If you like what you hear and have enjoyed our show, please show your appreciation by subscribing to our Podcast and leaving us a review on your Podcast App of choice. We would love to hear from you so please email us with any comments or questions you have. Visit us and all of our content, including our blog, at www.thehomeschoolprojectpodcast.com As always, let's Light A Fire They Can't Put Out Thank you for listening! Show Notes Children Of The Forest website: Children of the Forest -Home (children-of-the-forest.com) Podcast: The Forest School Podcast Instagram: @ children_of_the_forest_uk Forest School Association: Forest School Association | What is Forest School? | Forest Schools | Nature Premium Books Mentioned: It's OK Not To Share by Heather Shumaker- https://amzn.to/3j202qW Unconditional Parenting by Alfie Kohn - https://amzn.to/3z6gOec Punished by Rewards by Alfie Kohn - https://amzn.to/3D3jsDM Books written by Lewis & Gemma: The Myths of Outdoor Play and Learning by Lewis Ames - https://amzn.to/3819Vi6 The Forest School Cooking Bible by Lewis Ames & Gemma Southerden - https://amzn.to/381cj8H Ongoing Community Support: The Waldock Way https://www.thewaldockway.com/ref/76/ Wild Learning Curriculum - https://discoverwildlearning.com/?ref=927 Big Life Journal - https://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1417 All About Reading: https://www.allaboutlearningpress.net/go.php?id=2109 The Music Podcast for Kids Learning Package - https://themusicpodcastforkids.podia.com/premiumvoulumone/wguqi "We are a participant in an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to affiliated sites."