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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,...

A Leafy Tower of Hanoi

Oct 24, 2022 | Maths Outdoors

The Tower of Hanoi is a maths puzzle that is traditionally completed on rods with wooden discs. Teacher Tom blogged about The Evolution of the Tree Part Toys and this reminded me of this puzzle, I have resorted to leaves which are abundant and colourful at this time...

Leaf Logic

Oct 23, 2022 | Maths Outdoors

With autumn here, now is the time to capitalise on the beauty and variety of leaves falling from the trees. Here is an activity that requires a bit of logical thinking and strategy.First all of ask each child to gather a few leaves from under a tree. It works best if...

Literacy in the Woods at the Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery

Dec 6, 2012 | Early Years Outdoors, Literacy Outdoors

Last Easter I was fortunate enough to spend a day at the Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery in Fife. It was one of those magical days which remain etched in my memory for many reasons. I was particularly bowled over by the numerous examples of literacy happening...

After the Storm – A Transient Art Project

Oct 26, 2012 | Art & Music Outdoors, Community Involvement, Nature Play & Learning

Twenty-five years ago this month, storms ripped through the south of England causing massive disruption, damage and the deaths of a number of people. The town of Sevenoaks was left with one oak still standing. The BBC weather service was heavily criticised for not...