by Ellie | Sep 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
So our best day trip this summer I think has to go to Caldey Island!! The boys absolutely LOVED the boat rides to and from the island and exploring the island itself!! On the island there is an eclectic mix of nature, with the woodlands that are home to red squirrels....
by Ellie | Sep 3, 2023 | nature curriculum, Outdoor Learning, Teaching using Nature
One of the conversations I have a lot in my dealings with schools is ‘we don’t have access to much Nature, how can I connect the children to the outdoors?’ So, why we do this… There are a lot of benefits to bringing the nature into the...
by Ellie | Sep 1, 2023 | Outdoor Learning, Teaching using Nature
Grounding ourselves at the start of a session outdoors helps to relax the body and mind and activate the senses. Here are some ideas to try. Five Senses Exercise: Encourage your child to name five things they can see, four things they can touch, three things they can...
by Ellie | Jun 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Making a periscope can be a fun and educational project. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make a simple periscope: Materials you’ll need: Two small mirrors (preferably square or rectangular) A sturdy cardboard tube (such as a paper towel tube) or a...
by Ellie | Sep 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
We spent a fab afternoon at the Wetlands later in the summer! They still had a Lego trail and we managed to find every single one!! The wetlands were definitely suffering the lack of rain, but there was so many things to see and the boys loved all the different hides...
