Fine motor
Pincer Grasp: Building Small Skills for Big Growth
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Recommended reading
Books that deepen the conversation.
These selections reflect ideas that complement the Novel Heights approach: purposeful movement, family-guided exploration, and a meaningful connection with the natural world.
Movement & outdoor play
Balanced and Barefoot
How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children
“In order for children to learn, they need to be able to pay attention. In order to pay attention, we must let them move.”
A practical look at why movement-rich outdoor play matters for children’s sensory, motor, and everyday development.
Explore the bookWonder & nature connection
How to Raise a Wild Child
The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature
“Fortunately, these environments can be plenty wild, especially for young children, as long as a few natural elements are added.”
An encouraging guide to helping children develop curiosity, a sense of place, and a lasting relationship with nature.
Explore the bookChildhood & the natural world
Last Child in the Woods
Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder
“They do not intend to be the last children in the woods.”
A landmark exploration of the widening distance between childhood and nature—and why rebuilding that connection matters.
Explore the bookBook recommendations are shared for general education and inspiration. Novel Heights is not affiliated with the authors or publishers and does not receive compensation for these recommendations.
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Novel Heights & Insights Podcast
Thoughtful conversations about nature-based development, parent partnership, purposeful movement, outdoor access, and helping children participate more fully in everyday life.
Episode 1
21 minutes
Why Pediatric Therapy Belongs in Nature
An introduction to why nature can be an intentional setting and tool within pediatric therapy.
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Inquire about occupational therapy, explore Online Parent Coaching, or learn about T.H.R.I.V.E. outdoor groups.