Loose parts are found or natural objects that have no specific instructions for play and are highly valued for their…
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Patterns Outside & In Nature
Math is all around us in nature, and patterning can be a great entry point for students to engage in…
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Nature Inspired Ice Art
Earth-friendly Ice Art Learning and playing outdoors has multiple benefits for both children and adults. Teachers and caregivers looking for…
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100th Day of School Project Ideas
The whole point of celebrating the 100th day of school (besides acknowledging everyone survived the first 100 days…) is to…
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Valentine’s Day Ideas for Your Outdoor Classroom
Teaching outside has a long list of challenges, and trying to complete paper crafts in the wind, rain or snow tops…
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Winter Gardening With Kids
I teach in an outdoor classroom. The most common question I get is “what do you do in the winter?”…
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