Go wildflower spotting

Wildflower spotting is like going on a colourful treasure hunt, with petals! Whether you're wandering through a meadow, a park, or even along the edges of a path, there are all sorts of beautiful blooms just waiting to be noticed. You can use a spotter sheet, an app, or just your eyes and curiosity. 

Look out for different shapes, colours, and sizes, and talk about the bees or butterflies you might see visiting them. Children are often brilliant at noticing the little details adults overlook, and wildflower spotting helps them slow down and tune in. It’s also a lovely way to introduce big ideas, like pollination and biodiversity, in a gentle, real-world way.

Over time, they’ll start to recognise favourites like daisies, buttercups, and clover, and maybe even want to protect the places where these plants grow. It’s calm, colourful, and bursting with opportunities to learn and connect with nature.