Description
The Forest School Collection is an exceptional resource kit designed to enhance outdoor learning and support the forest school ethos. It's ideal for schools, nurseries, or any educational setting focused on expanding environmental awareness and interactive, nature-based learning among young children.
Contents of the Forest School Collection:
- Let’s Investigate – Bugs: Tools and guides to help children explore and learn about insects.
- Let’s Investigate – Woodland Footprints: Equipment to study and identify animal tracks within woodland habitats.
- Let’s Roll – Forest Friends: Engaging tools for creating and identifying imprints of forest animals.
- Rustic Bowls: Perfect for collecting and holding natural treasures found during exploration.
- Natural Focus Frames: Frames to help focus attention and observation on specific aspects of the natural world.
- Match Me – Sensory Leaf Tiles: Interactive tiles for sensory exploration and matching leaves with their corresponding tiles.
- Adventures Outdoors – Mud, Wind, Puddles: Activity guides for engaging with and learning about different weather conditions and their effects on the environment.
- In all Weathers – 50 inspiring ideas to enhance outdoor learning: A comprehensive guide filled with activities for outdoor educational experiences in any weather condition.
Benefits:
- Enhances Connection with Nature: Encourages children to observe, interact, and learn from the natural world around them.
- Supports Investigative Play: Promotes curiosity and scientific thinking by providing tools for hands-on exploration and discovery.
- Encourages Environmental Stewardship: Fosters an appreciation for nature and teaches children the importance of preserving their environment.
- Develops Physical and Cognitive Skills: Supports the development of fine motor skills, sensory skills, and cognitive thought through outdoor activities.
Ideal For:
- Forest Schools: Perfect for institutions practicing the forest school methodology, looking to integrate more nature-based learning.
- Outdoor Education Programs: Suitable for programs designed to teach children about nature and environmental conservation.
- Early Years Education: Tools and activities are suitable for young learners aged 2 and above, making it easy to introduce environmental concepts at an early age.
This collection is a comprehensive toolkit for educators and parents aiming to provide enriching, educational, and enjoyable outdoor learning experiences for children.