The Art of Whittling with Wildlings Forest School

Whittling wood is one of the most calming and meditative crafts we do at Forest School. If you’ve ever taught in a classroom, you wouldn’t believe the calm, focus and engagement you’ll find in a whittling circle of usually rambunctious children. It has to be seen to be believed. In this episode we talk about all things whittling: how to keep children safe when using pocket knives, which knives we recommend, how to take care of your knife, which wood to whittle, what to make and how old children can be to start whittling – the answer might just surprise you.👉 Discussion PointsThe benefits of whittling and children owning a pocket knifeSafety tips to keep children safe when using pocket knivesTechniqueWhich knives we recommendKnife care & safe storageWhich wood to useProjects to whittle Recommended starting age for children👉 Purchase Pocket Knives & Whittling Tools Here:Opinel Wooden Peeler (great intro to whittling tool)My First Opinel Whittling Pocket Knife (our best seller and the knife we recommend for beginners)Opinel Classic No.8 Pocket Knife (a classic knife for older, more experienced children or adults)Alpine Leather Sheath (somewhere safe to keep your knife)Opinel Secatuers (the only kid proof ones we've ever found! These are virtually unbreakable)Opinel Folding Saw (a most excellent gift for the gardener - or adventurer in your family)👉 Listeners OfferOur Early Bird Offer for our Online Intro to Bush Kindy Course ends midnight Wed 28th October 2020!!👉 Further EducationBook us for a workshop or consult to train your teachers/educators in the safe use of pocket knives for groups.👉 Wildlings Forest School Contact DetailsWebsiteFacebookInstagramYoutube PinterestOther ways we can help you: Want to learn the game-changing soft skills you'll need while leading group activities with fire, water and tools? Catch Our FREE Mini Training On The First Steps You Must Take To Lead A Forest School Program Ready to create your own Nature Play business? Head to www.raisingwildlings.com.au/wildbusiness to access the roadmap to starting your business journey. Keen to find your purpose in 10 minutes? Download our FREE treasure map to find your passion without compromising your educational values. Want to know how to craft an epic outdoor program that has parents and directors lining up to enrol? You need Nature Play Now our $57 Workshop and Bundle series (people are saying this is a steal!)

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Welcome to Raising Wildlings, a podcast about parenting, alternative education and stepping into the wilderness, however that looks, with your family. Each week, we’ll be interviewing experts that truly inspire us, to answer your parenting and education questions. We’ll also be sharing stories from some incredible families that took the leap, and are taking the road less travelled. Whether you’re a parent looking for tips on how to better handle those sibling squabbles and tantrums, a couple searching for ways to create more freedom within your family’s lifestyle, an educator keen to explore alternative schooling models and how children learn, a father keen to delve into respectful parenting philosophies, or a mother wanting to learn more about why play is so important and how to get children outdoors safely, then this is the podcast for you. Each week you’ll get tried and tested tactics from parenting, play and education experts to help you on your journey towards creating the happiest, healthiest lifestyle you can for your family. We’ll also chat to real life families who have created freedom within their lives and are living life on their own terms. They’ll teach you how they did it and how you can too. And of course, you’ll hear from us about all things nature play and alternative education. We’ll answer all your questions on how children learn, the importance of play in all its forms, children’s rights and autonomy, and how to get your children outside safely, more often. This podcast hopes to empower parents and educators to raise kinder, more resilient, more adaptable children by helping them maintain happy connections and healthy lifestyles. So, what are you waiting for?! Let's dive in! Hit subscribe now to be notified when new episodes go live. To download our free Respectful Language Printable Cheat Sheet, head to: www.wildlingsforestschool.com/shop/respectful-language