Experiential learning in nature for knowledge that sticks.
Nature has been inspiring artists for centuries. Why not take your students outside to unleash their creativity?
Recently, I asked the children, “If you didn’t have a paintbrush, what else could you paint with?” They thought of ways to paint that they had been doing inside such as finger painting, print-making and painting with an eye-dropper. Continue reading
Welcome to Day 10 of September to Remember. We’ve been taking our students outside to learn every school day this month!
It’s Friday! YAY! (Every teacher has a special place in their hearts for Friday.)
Here’s a quick idea for some fun Friday learning: Take your students out to play a memory game. Continue reading
Today’s September to Remember experience is to allow your students to engage in “risky business”.
Last week, a substitute assistant in our Outdoor Learning program told me, “I understand what you are trying to do here, but I don’t agree with all the risks you let the children take.” Continue reading
If you are taking your students outside and they are too excited to listen or participate in a group learning experience, please don’t give up. Here are some tips that might help.
Although it’s nearly the middle of September and you’ve probably been in school a few weeks now, it’s never too late to take your students outside for your favorite “get to know you” game or song.
Yesterday I encouraged you to go outside to sing songs. Today, let’s get Mother Nature to help us develop our students’ social skills.
How many frogs can you see?
Anything you can do inside, you can do outside better! Well, maybe not anything – but a lot of things. Why not go outside to sing your favorite songs?
Here’s another idea for outdoor learning for September or any month when plants are growing. This activity follows on from yesterday’s activity and is part of our school orientation for the littlest learners.
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