Enhance Your Neurodivergent Students School Experience: Get Outdoors!
Do you have neurodivergent students struggling to focus in the classroom? An option that could help is to get outdoors! Research shows that outdoor learning is great for all kids. 👉Learning outside is not just about fresh air and fun. It also helps: 🌱Reduce stress and anxiety: Nature’s calming influence helps regulate emotions. 🌱Improve focus […]
Miniature Gardens: Bring nature into the classroom
The KS2 children had a wonderful time learning about their class book “The Hobbit” while designing and growing their own “Shire” inspired gardens. Benefits of minianture gardens: 1.Hands-on learning: Develops fine motor skills and observation abilities. 2.STEM education: Explore plant life cycles, ecosystems, and geology. 3.Creativity: Encourages imaginative play and problem-solving. 4 Sustainability: Teaches about […]
Outdoor Learning: Benefits Teacher’s Aswell
Teaching in a traditional classroom can sometimes feel like a whirlwind of noise, visual stimuli, and schedules. This can be especially challenging for neurodivergent educators who may find the sensory overload overwhelming. How Outdoor Learning Can Benefit Teachers Sensory Break: Spending time outdoors provides a much-needed sensory break. The natural environment offers a calmer, less […]
Outdoor Learning Equipment: Less can mean more?
Many teachers love incorporating outdoor learning into our curriculum, but the pressure to create and manage elaborate outdoor equipment setups can feel overwhelming (time a lot if teachers may not have). The truth is, children thrive on simple exploration and open-ended play. So maybe you don’t need the pinterest-perfect mud kitchen and instead make it […]
Beyond Words: Decoding Nonverbal Communication in Students with ADHD 🧠
As teachers we Look for ways to unlock deeper connections and understanding with our ADHD students? I recently did a little research around this topic and found that the key 🔑 might lie beyond spoken words. Nonverbal communication (NVC) plays a critical role in the classroom. Facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice can […]
Continual Professional Development: Not just about ticking boxes
Continual Professional Development (CPD) isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s a journey of growth for both educators and students. Here are some things I have learned from others and from my own experiences: 🤝 Collaborative and Flexible – Effective CPD should be reflective and collaborative. When participants are actively involved in CPD sessions, it’s […]
Why I Share Ideas
As a primary education teacher with diverse international experience, I’ve always been passionate about the opportunities for discovery and growth in outdoor learning. My passion for this approach stems from my 🎓 MSc in outdoor education. 🌱Through my reflections, experiences, and tried and tested ideas intertwined with curriculum, sustainability education, life skills, and classroom learning, […]
The Early Years Outdoors
In this blog, we will explore the crucial role that outdoor learning plays in children’s development during the Early years foundation stage (EYFS) (up to the age of 5 in the UK). We’ll delve into the advantages of outdoor learning activities, from improving motor skills to encouraging imaginative play and promoting overall wellbeing. The blog […]
Creative Nature Art Projects Using Earth’s Gifts
Dive into the vibrant intersection of art and the natural environment, where children can use materials found in nature to craft beautiful works of art. This blog post will explore the endless possibilities of nature art, encouraging young artists to look closely at the textures and colours surrounding them. I’ll provide practical advice on collecting […]
Creating Inclusive Outdoor Learning Experiences for Diverse Learners
Discover how outdoor learning can be used and adapted to embrace and support diverse learners’ unique needs and abilities, providing an inclusive educational environment. This blog will spotlight the versatility of outdoor learning, highlighting its benefits and the various strategies that make it accessible for all students. From sensory activities to kinesthetic tasks, we’ll explore […]
