Teaching Outdoors Creatively offers guidance and a variety of exciting ideas to suit the full range of primary schools and locations. Underpinned by current research and practical experience, it investigates innovative approaches to working creatively with children beyond the classroom.


While recognising the diverse needs and opportunities that primary schools have to develop the outdoors as part of their curriculum, it presents a broad range of activities, philosophies and approaches. Key themes explored include:











Understanding and using local and home environments







Investigating streets and buildings in your area







Planning fieldwork







Using rivers to inspire children







Forest schools







Beach schools







Physical education outdoors







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