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From Reflections into Symmetry Outdoors

Mar 15, 2023 | Maths Outdoors

Previously I’ve blogged about investigating reflections which is one way into symmetry and can be linked to scientific and artistic explorations. Back in the outdoor space, more specific experiences can be provided for young children based upon their own...

Outdoor Reflections

Mar 14, 2023 | Art & Music Outdoors, Maths Outdoors, Science Outdoors

Here in Scotland, our younger children are expected to have fun creating a range of symmetrical pictures and patterns using a range of media. Immediately the outdoor possibilities of such experiences run riot in my mind where the explorations can be bigger, better and...

The Fibonacci Sequence and Nature

Nov 23, 2022 | Literacy Outdoors, Maths Outdoors

Happy Fibonacci Day (November 23rd – 11 23) Fibonacci lived from 1180-1250. He was the son of an Italian merchant. He developed a passion for numbers and discovered the following sequence that can be observed in leaf arrangements, flower segments, pine cones,...

The Mathematics of Festive Crafts

Nov 10, 2022 | Maths Outdoors, RME Outdoors, Technologies

The run-up to the end of this term is usually a hectic event. In between the parties and performances, there’s lots going on. It also means that using the festive opportunities to recap and review work undertaken earlier can be one way of working a little...

Leaf Multiplication

Oct 31, 2022 | Maths Outdoors

Thank goodness for leaves! How would we learn our multiplication tables without them. “Hmm.” I hear you say. “I managed just fine, thank you very much.” Maybe so, but let’s face it. There’s a lot of rote learning to be done. We need...