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Nature Created Play (NCP)

every child outside

Nature Created Play is on a mission to get children back into nature through play-based learning. Founder, Kyla Maciosek, has an environmental education and Reggio-inspired background and you'll see that in her teaching. She loves helping educators discover their own voices and question the norm. She's a true play advocate and teaches about loose parts, risky play, emergent curriculum, learning provocations, desert play, observation, and more!

Upcoming PD Events & Webinars

February 21, 2026

Nature Play Everyday

A full day featuring a keynote, interactive sessions, a panel discussion, and wrap-up designed to inspire outdoor...