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Alliteration Outdoor Activities and Lesson Video

by | 6 July 2026 | English (KS1), KS1 Outdoor Learning, Outdoor Learning Resources | 0 Comments

Looking for a simple way to teach alliteration that children will actually remember? This Alliteration Outdoor Activities and Lesson Video helps children understand alliteration by watching, listening, saying, moving and then taking their learning outside....
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What Is Alliteration? Outdoor Ideas for Kids

by | 6 July 2026 | Outdoor Learning Knowledge Hub | 0 Comments

Alliteration is when words close together start with the same sound. For example, slimy, slippery snails, big, brown bears, muddy, marvellous monsters, and tiny, twisting twigs all use alliteration. It is a simple but powerful language tool that helps children play...
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English Lessons Outside in Summer – Teacher Magazine

by | 5 July 2026 | teacher magazine | 0 Comments

English Lessons Outside in Summer Looking for simple English lessons outside in summer? This teacher magazine is packed with easy outdoor literacy ideas to help children read, write, talk, listen and create stories outdoors. New to planning for outdoor lesson ideas?...
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Transition Ideas for Teachers – Teacher Magazine

by | 5 July 2026 | teacher magazine | 0 Comments

Transition Ideas for Teachers Looking for simple transition ideas to help children feel calm, confident and ready for change? This teacher magazine is packed with outdoor learning ideas to support class transitions, new year groups, mixed classes, SEND pupils and...
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Free Outdoor Learning Magazine

by | 29 June 2026 | teacher magazine | 0 Comments

Looking for simple outdoor learning ideas you can use with children straight away? Our free Outdoor Learning Magazine is packed with seasonal activities, outdoor play ideas, curriculum-linked inspiration and practical ways to take learning outside without stress,...
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Outdoor Activities for Children Who Do Not Like Going Outside

by | 24 June 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

Some children love being outdoors straight away. They run, climb, collect sticks, jump in puddles and seem instantly happier with more space around them. Other children do not feel like this at all. For some children, going outside can feel overwhelming,...
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Heat Wave Ideas for Early Years, Primary & Forest School – Teacher Magazine

by | 23 June 2026 | teacher magazine | 0 Comments

Teacher Magazine with Outdoor Learning Ideas for Hot Weather Looking for a teacher magazine packed with topical outdoor learning ideas for hot weather? The Heat Wave Edition of The Muddy Puddle Teacher Magazine gives teachers, early years educators, KS1 and KS2 staff,...
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Outdoor Learning Behaviour EYFS & Primary

by | 19 June 2026 | All Outdoor Learning Resources, Blog | 0 Comments

Outdoor Learning and Behaviour in EYFS and Primary: How the Outdoors Can Help Children Engage, Regulate and Learn Outdoor learning can be a powerful way to support behaviour in EYFS and primary schools. When children are given space to move, explore, talk, create and...
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The Downfall of Phonics and the Uprise of Outdoor Phonics

by | 7 June 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

There was a time when phonics felt alive. Children were singing sounds, doing actions, moving their bodies, laughing, listening, spotting, blending and joining in. Phonics had rhythm. It had joy. It had stories. It had movement. Start now with these 10 Outdoor Phonics...
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Teacher Podcast: STEM with Toddlers

by | 20 May 2026 | Teacher Podcast | 0 Comments

Come and Chat with Sandra About STEM with Toddlers | A Must-Listen Teacher Podcast for Early Years Educators If you are looking for a teacher podcast packed with practical ideas for early years learning, this episode is for you. Listen in to the Award Winning Muddy...
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