Outdoor Learning
A range of ideas and teaching resources for taking learning outdoors and forest school.
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Giant Masher and Mixing Bowl | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Messy Play | Mud Kitchen
Fire burns and cauldron bubbles in this hollowed-out mixing stump that is just the place for mixing up all sorts of broths and magic and muddy brews. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Sensory Tree Block Landscapes | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Nature Play | Loose Parts Play
Bring the outside in with these beautiful, natural tree stumps. Perfect for adding a wow factor to your setting, why not add gathered foliage into the holes at the top and use to inspire play centred around jungles, forests, woodlands or use simply as a stimulus for loose part play. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Bijou Short and Low Kitchen | EYFS | Outdoor Play | Messy Play | Mud Kitchen | Toddler
A simple mini Bijou. An extra sink and worktop for our highly popular toddler Bijou Kitchen. Create a corner or use it on it's own as a mini bench. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Mini Tyre Carry Basket | Gardening | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Spring | Summer
An excellent addition to any gardening activity. Children enjoy repeatedly moving resources, and themselves, from one place to another. Encourage them to transport items using our mini tyres, light enough for children to carry and has an easy to hold rope handle. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Mud Kitchen Sand Play | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Loose Parts Play | Summer
An excellent idea for a sensory sand play set up. Our charming, freestanding mud kitchen, complete with removable bowl for mixing/exploring, 4 hobs, upper and lower storage shelf is perfect for any EYFS outdoor area. Features handy storage slots to house utensils. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Loose Parts Play Seashells | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Fine Motor Skills | Summer
Dive into sensory exploration with our sea shells loose parts play! Let little adventurers discover the wonders of the ocean as they engage in open-ended play with a variety of shells. Perfect for sparking creativity and imaginative storytelling, this sensory-rich activity encourages fine motor skills development and sensory awareness. Watch as children explore the textures, colours and shapes of the sea shells, transporting themselves to a world of oceanic wonder!
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Bee Inspired Tuff Spot | EYFS | Tinker Tray | Loose Parts Play | Wooden Resources | Nature Play
Create a buzz of sensory exploration with our Bee-inspired Tuff Spot Tinker Tray play set-up! This delightful activity engages little ones in hands-on learning as they explore textures, colours and shapes inspired by the world of bees. Perfect for sparking curiosity and imaginative play, this sensory experience encourages fine motor skills development and sensory awareness. Get ready for a hive of excitement with this buzz-worthy play idea!
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Bee Inspired Tinker Tray | EYFS | Maths | Sensory Play | Loose Parts Play | Nature Play
An excellent bee inspired sensory play activity. Explore the joy of patterns in the outdoors, this lovely wooden tray is great for encouraging mathematical thinking through play and introducing numbers, number relationships and patterns. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Sensory Water Play | EYFS | Outdoor Play | Tuff Spot Idea | Fine Motor Skills | Gross Motor Skills
Ideal for small hands in small worlds. Children will delight to create water channels in the sandpits, tuff spots and water trays. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Grass Stage And Platform | EYFS | Loose Parts Play | Construction Play | Role Play | Small World
Our grass stage can be used outside or indoors for a welcoming space to any area. Ideal for construction bases, small world platforms, loose parts or use with our other grass resources outdoors in creating obstacle courses. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Mini Tyre Messy Play | EYFS | Sensory Play | Gross Motor Skills | Art | Water Play | Outdoor Play
An excellent idea for a messy play activity. Also a great carry basket! Children enjoy repeatedly moving resources, and themselves, from one place to another. Encourage them to transport items using our mini tyres, light enough for children to carry and has an easy to hold rope handle. The perfect addition to any EYFS setting.
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Heuristic Barkless Blocks | Loose Parts Play | EYFS | Sensory Play | Outdoor Play | Construction
Unlock endless creativity with our Outdoor Loose Parts Barkless Blocks! Dive into imaginative play with these smooth, natural blocks perfect for building, stacking, and creating in the great outdoors. Made from sustainable materials, these barkless blocks inspire open-ended exploration and encourage children to design their own outdoor masterpieces. Watch as little architects and engineers bring their visions to life with these versatile building blocks!
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🌿 Hands-On Outdoor Learning for Pre-K! 🌞
Make learning an adventure with this 5-Week Outdoor Learning Program designed for little explorers! 🦋✨ 🎒 What’s Inside? ✅ Fun & Engaging Outdoor Activities 🌳 ✅ Hands-On Sensory Play 🎨 ✅ Printable Resources for Easy Learning 📝 ✅ Aligned with Early Learning Goals 🎯 Let’s turn the great outdoors into a classroom of discovery! 🌎💡 #OutdoorLearning #PreKActivities #NaturePlay #SensoryPlay #LearningThroughPlay #EarlyChildhoodEducation
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🌿 Hands-On Outdoor Learning for Pre-K! 🌞
Make learning an adventure with this 5-Week Outdoor Learning Program designed for little explorers! 🦋✨ 🎒 What’s Inside? ✅ Fun & Engaging Outdoor Activities 🌳 ✅ Hands-On Sensory Play 🎨 ✅ Printable Resources for Easy Learning 📝 ✅ Aligned with Early Learning Goals 🎯 Let’s turn the great outdoors into a classroom of discovery! 🌎💡 #OutdoorLearning #PreKActivities #NaturePlay #SensoryPlay #LearningThroughPlay #EarlyChildhoodEducation
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🌿 Hands-On Outdoor Learning for Pre-K! 🌞
Make learning an adventure with this 5-Week Outdoor Learning Program designed for little explorers! 🦋✨ 🎒 What’s Inside? ✅ Fun & Engaging Outdoor Activities 🌳 ✅ Hands-On Sensory Play 🎨 ✅ Printable Resources for Easy Learning 📝 ✅ Aligned with Early Learning Goals 🎯 Let’s turn the great outdoors into a classroom of discovery! 🌎💡 #OutdoorLearning #PreKActivities #NaturePlay #SensoryPlay #LearningThroughPlay #EarlyChildhoodEducation