How to Raise an Inquisitive Child

Encouraging children to be inquisitive will not only help them to learn, but their curiosity could lead to the next generation of inventors, scientists and environmental engineers!

Some children are naturally curious and others require a little inspiration. There are many things that parents can do to spark a child’s imagination and get them asking questions. Here are some great ideas from an Independent school in Hertfordshire on how you can raise an inquisitive child…

Snow Season Shopping with Simply Hike

Even though I bet as soon as the kids go back to school this September that we have a mini heatwave as we only have a handful of days left of the summer holidays and our family holiday enjoying the beach in the sun seems a lifetime ago my thoughts have turned to winter adventures.

I adore the snow just as much as I love the sun. Holidays in snowy climates are just as amazing as beach holidays. Over the years I have had incredible experiences on the slopes and love the feeling of skiing in stunning surroundings with the sun glistening on the crisp white snow.

Joining the superheroes squad with Hallmark itty bittys - #StrongerTogether

The boys are both mad about superheroes. Their bedroom is adorned with superhero artwork and accessories, superheroes is a strong theme that runs through a lot of the toys they play with and they have a wardrobe full of superhero costumes.

Superheroes are such a predominant theme in our household that they became part of our pregnancy announcement when I was pregnant with Jelly Bean.

Babywearing adventures

I love babywearing.

There are so many wonderful benefits of babywearing.

From my very first experience of carrying Bug nearly 6 years ago in a Moby Tattoo Noir stretchy wrap, I fell in love with babywearing.

#smartDiscoveries with smarTrike

My own childhood has inspired how I parent now that I am a mum. Growing up on a farm in beautiful west Wales that was a stone's throw from beaches and woodlands we spent countless hours play, exploring and having adventures in the great outdoors. Having experienced the joy and benefits of playing outdoors can provide I am passionate about raising my children in a similar way.

With that in mind and my love of the great outdoors still strong I am enthusiastic about having lots of adventures in the great outdoors. From when Bug was a young baby I have ensured we spend a great deal of time outdoors having lots of fun and new experiences. Over the years we have made so many memorable memories together in the great outdoors and Bug has had lots of fun and learnt from the environment.

Brave adventures with the Brave Bones Club.

Bug loves adventures in the great outdoors. He is at his happiest when he is outdoors running, jumping, and exploring.

As Bug loves being in the great outdoors so much he joined the Cheesestrings Brave Bones Club, taking the oath to get stuck in and have adventures. He loves the challenge of collecting the Brave Bones Club Badges and wants to collect them all and get a certificate of bravery for all of the challenges he completes.

I love the Brave Bones Club ethos that adventurous play encourages children to be stronger and more confident when they grow up.

Following a snack of Cheesestrings and Yollies Bug donned his Rockin' Baby Arrow Outfit and had a brave and fun adventure in the woods with his new Brave Bones Club kit.

Autumnal woodland walk.

We started off half term school holiday today with a lovely autumnal woodland walk.

We love getting outdoors and having adventures with Bug being particularly fond of exploring and running around, being sooo fast at times he looks like flash speeding around.

Conquering Cilgerran Castle.

Last week Bug and I headed out for the day for a little adventure.  Whilst in the area I decided to pop in to see a National Trust property, Cilgerran Castle which is in the guardianship of Cadw (Welsh Assembly Government’s historic environment service). 

Having not been to Cilgerran Castle for many years since I was a child our little trip there was an adventure for both Bug and I.   After realising the castle has no parking we parked up on a side street and walked to the castle.

Once we were at the castle grounds I was immediately in awe of the striking 13 th century castle.

#23 Visit a Farm. Ranger adventure - 50 Things To Do Before You're 11 ¾

After exploring the 18 th century house, walled gardens, grounds and lake atLlanerchaeron we visited the home farm there for Bug to complete his first 50Things To Do Before You’re 11 ¾ adventure; #23 Visit a farm from the Ranger category of adventures.

The home farm at Llanerchaeron has been resorted to its former glory with its impressive range of traditional, atmospheric outbuildings now being used as a working organic farm with Welsh Black cattle, Llanwenog sheep and rare Welsh pigs.

Bug was super excited when he realised we were headed to see some animals as he loves animals.

In the stone cobbled farm courtyard we explored the stone outbuildings in the hope of seeing some animals.