The Meaning of the Name
We like the unfinished part. The part where a scoop becomes a tool for something we hadn't thought of. Where colors get mixed, ideas change, and someone says, 'What if we tried this?'
The Curiosity Coordinator
Theresa
Theresa is the founder of Nature’s Play Village and the creative force behind The In Between. As a nature preschool teacher, she believes in the power of the unfinished part—the messy, unpredictable moments where a simple idea transforms into something extraordinary. Her work is rooted in the belief that curiosity is the most important skill we can teach.
“We like the unfinished part. It’s where a scoop becomes a tool for something we hadn’t thought of. Where colors get mixed, ideas change, and someone says, ‘What if we tried this?’”
Our Core Beliefs
Process Over Product
We value the messy, unfinished part of play. The part where a scoop becomes a tool for something we hadn't thought of.
Multiple Ways to Play
Whether you're a curious hand or a supportive grown-up, we believe everyone has a role to play in the discovery process.
Thoughtful Setup
We set out materials and make things inviting. We then get out of the way enough for people to decide what happens next.