Nature Ideas. Explore, Discover, Connect

Many educators wishing to use the outdoor environment as a place for children to muck about and discover new ideas and learning are beginning to take action on how they can view the outdoor environment with a new lens.  This resource has been developed to support new ideas to trigger children’s curiosity and learning.

This resource is divided into two sections: the first provides an overview of key theoretical components for formulating a philosophy about outdoor play and learning. The second section provides a variety of ideas that support children in exploring and creating new ways of knowing from common materials that can be found or placed within their outdoor spaces. The learning outcomes presented are intended for educators that have a requirement to outline specific learning and assessment requirements.

There may be many more or different outcomes achieved, depending on the depth and breadth of how children engage in the exploratory options with the materials.