Scientific literacy develops a wide range of skills that can be transferred across all areas of development, making this an approach well worth implementing with children of any age.
Seasonal changes are a dynamic aspect of understanding our ever-changing world, which makes them a great topic for engaging with the outdoors in different ways on a daily, sometimes hourly, basis.
This article offers a different outlook for using digital technology for learning to offer some frameworks, reasoning and advice for how to purposefully use technology in your setting.
In this learning workout, it’s time to explore ways to engage children in learning about community. There are endless possibilities for this and each will be influenced by the specific nature of your community! Let’s get started…
Being with nature is so much more than just popping outdoors. Whether in a woodland, walking around the garden, or spending time by the seaside, being with nature involves immersing ourselves in the moment and engaging with the wonderful natural space around us.
The natural environment is ever-changing. Every interaction we have is unique and allows us to explore new opportunities we never knew possible… much like working with babies!
The outdoor provision is an essential ingredient for healthy, well-rounded child development. There are so many ways we can promote a love of the outdoors with the children in our care, to inspire them to connect with nature and sow the seed for a lifetime of confident, outdoor adventures! Here are just a few of our favourite suggestions!
