Jun 27, 2022 | Early Years Outdoors, Play Resources, Technologies
Several years ago, Sarah Lazarovic created the wonderful illustration, the Buyerarchy of Needs. It has always resonated with me, because I am aware of how resources dominate many educators’ thinking. There has been a trend towards removing plastic resources and...
Jun 26, 2022 | Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces, Play Resources, Whole School
I am aware that confusion and controversy exists around the use of tyres. I hope this blog post is informative and helpful so that adults who work with children can make sensible decisions based upon their own specific context. It has been written in good faith based...
Jun 23, 2022 | Early Years Outdoors, Literacy Outdoors
As educators, our work involves making explicit links between a story and the children’s outdoor spaces and lived experiences. These days there are lots of books that help children enjoy being outside and celebrate nature, natural events and adventures. I also...
Jun 18, 2022 | Community Involvement, Early Years Outdoors, Nature Play & Learning
Mud Mapping Find all the muddy places nearby. Look for hidden nooks and crannies between rocks. Check near puddles. Test each mud patch and rate in terms of squelch, ooze and stickiness. Mark each spot on a map with a splodge of mud! Dinosaur Swamp If you have a...
Jun 15, 2022 | Nature Play & Learning, Science Outdoors
The summer term is a particularly good time to find minibeasts – in the cooler months the worms, insects and other little creatures tend to be less active or more hidden! Most children, when asked, are keen to hunt for minibeasts. Many want to use different...
