Take Notice is an interactive animation that encourages young children to explore nature. When the viewer presses play, they are taken to an urban park scene where there is a variety of flora and fauna which they can click on to watch close-up nature cycles unfold. The animation moves at a slow pace to give it a calming effect. This was inspired by my own personal experiences as living with a disability means that I observe the natural world at a gentler pace. I also believe there is a real need for more slow-paced children’s media as many of the digital platforms for children are dominated by fast-paced design with few opportunities to slow down and be reflective. I designed Take Notice to be interactive as I want to give children the opportunity to learn independently and make their own discoveries. I hope it can be used as a resource that inspires children to have first-hand experiences with nature so they can develop a love of the natural world and become more ecologically aware.

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Watch Take Notice here