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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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Teacher Podcast: Science Outdoors

by | 20 May 2026 | All Outdoor Learning Resources, Teacher Podcast | 0 Comments

Science Outdoors: Inspiring Curiosity Through Nature with Dr Sai Pathmanathan and Dr Penny Fletcher At The Muddy Puddle Teacher Podcast, we love conversations that remind us learning doesn’t need four walls — and this episode does exactly that. In this inspiring...
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Why Outdoor Play Isn’t an “Extra” in Early Years—It’s the Missing Piece

by | 19 May 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

By Sarah Seaman PGCE/MA, The Muddy Puddle Teacher There’s something magical that happens when children step outside. The child who struggles to sit still suddenly becomes deeply focused, balancing on logs or digging for worms. The reluctant communicator begins...
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Outdoor Learning KS2: STEM Flight

by | 12 May 2026 | Science (UKS2), UKS2 | 0 Comments

Outdoor Learning KS2: STEM Flight – Muddy Learning Pack (P5) Take your KS2 STEM topic: Flight beyond the classroom with our Outdoor Learning Flight Pack, designed using The Muddy Puddle Teacher approach. This ready-to-use resource helps children explore the science of...
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Outdoor Play: Let’s play Superheroes (Lanyards)

by | 11 May 2026 | Outdoor Play, Outdoor Play | 0 Comments

Superhero Play Prompt Lanyard – Outdoor Learning Through Imaginative Play Bring imagination to life with our Superhero Play Prompt Lanyard, part of our Let’s Play Outdoor range. Designed for early years outdoor learning, this lanyard is packed with simple, engaging...
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What is Exploration Play Outdoors?

by | 11 May 2026 | Outdoor Learning Questions (Ask Us) | 0 Comments

What Is Exploration Play Outdoors? A Guide for Outdoor Play EYFS Exploration play outdoors is at the heart of effective outdoor play in EYFS. It is how children make sense of the world — through curiosity, discovery, and hands-on experiences. When children are given...
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The Impact of Outdoor Lessons: Why Taking Learning Outside Works

by | 27 April 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

If you’re exploring outdoor learning and wondering whether it really makes a difference, the answer is clear: 👉 Taking lessons outside has a measurable, lasting impact on how children learn, behave, and feel. This isn’t just about fresh air or a change of scenery....
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Why Taking the Curriculum Outdoors Isn’t a Trend—It’s Backed by Research

by | 27 April 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

Outdoor learning is often seen as a “nice extra”—something enriching, engaging, and enjoyable. But the most recent research tells a different story. Taking learning outside—especially in active, movement-based ways—isn’t just beneficial. It’s increasingly being...
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Outdoor Learning Case Study: Landywood Primary School

by | 26 April 2026 | Blog | 0 Comments

Case Study: Unlocking Active Learning at Landywood Primary School, Great Wyrley As part of our wider work supporting schools to understand what outdoor learning looks like in practice, this case study explores the journey of Landywood Primary School—a school committed...
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