Awesome ideas for outdoor learning

Deborah J. Stewart, M.Ed.
June 23, 2017

Take learning outdoors and be amazed at your students’ level of engagement!

Learning can occur anywhere, but when you are struggling to contain the energy of an entire classroom full of preschoolers, it’s a great idea to take the learning outside! Today I’m sharing 12 awesome ideas for outdoor learning…

Simple color scavenger hunt for kids by I Heart Crafy Things

Easy DIY rainbow paver hopscotch by Happieness is Homemade

DIY nature memory matching game by Rhythms of Nature

Quick plants to grow with kids by Rainy Day Mum

Finding symmetry in nature by Buggy and Buddy

What lives in dirt: Explorative science in the backyard by Go Science Kids

Five tips for taking journals outside by Teach Preschool

Nature’s stampers: Impressions in play dough by Danya Banya

Toddler color hop by Learn Play Imagine

Have you ever used a tree as an easel? by Teach Preschool

Kids gardening activities: Chalk by Nurture Store

Sand volcano fun for kids by Growing a Jeweled Rose

Deborah J Stewart

Every time I think I know everything I need to know about teaching young children, God says, "Hold on a minute!" and gives me a new challenge.

Let me tell ya...

With each new challenge that you overcome, you will find yourself better equipped and more passionate about teaching young children.

God didn't call wimps to lead, teach, or care for His children. Nope, he has high expectations, so get ready. You will have to give your very best but after teaching for over 30 years, I can tell you that it is a wonderful and rewarding journey.

Whenever your calling feels hard, just remember, 'He who began a good work in you (and in the children you serve) will be faithful to complete it.'