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Nature Activities for Early Years – Minibeasts & their habitats

by | 14 July 2026 | Outdoor Learning Resources, Outdoor Learning TV, Reception, Understanding The World (Reception) | 0 Comments

Minibeasts are one of the easiest and most exciting ways to introduce young children to nature. They can be found in school grounds, gardens, playground edges, beneath logs, under stones and among leaves. Children do not need access to a woodland or specialist outdoor...
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Teaching Poetry KS2 Outdoors

by | 14 July 2026 | English (LKS2), LKS2, Outdoor Learning Resources | 0 Comments

Teaching poetry in KS2 does not have to begin with a blank page, a silent classroom and children worrying about what to write. Taking poetry outdoors gives children something real to observe, hear, touch and talk about. The movement of leaves, the rhythm of footsteps,...
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Why take Maths Outdoors?

by | 14 July 2026 | LKS2, Maths (LKS2), Outdoor Learning Resources, Outdoor Learning TV | 0 Comments

Discover why taking maths outdoors improves engagement, understanding and confidence, with practical ideas for EYFS, KS1, KS2 and SEND learners. Why Take Maths Outdoors? Why take maths outdoors when children can learn it in the classroom? Because maths is not only...
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2D Shapes and Their Properties

by | 13 July 2026 | Demonstration Videos, Maths (Reception), Outdoor Learning Resources, Reception | 0 Comments

Help children recognise, name and describe 2D shapes and their properties through a clear teaching video followed by a practical outdoor maths activity. This lesson is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, home educators and parents supporting children in EYFS, KS1...
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Calming Video to Settle Children When Coming Inside the Classroom

by | 13 July 2026 | Outdoor Learning Resources, Outdoor Learning Special Needs Resources, PSED (Reception), Reception | 0 Comments

Moving from the freedom, movement and excitement of being outdoors into a quieter classroom can be difficult for many children. This calming classroom video after outdoor play gives teachers a simple, gentle way to support that transition. The video can be played as...
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Alliteration Outdoor Activities and Lesson Video

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