Teaching the Primary Curriculum Outdoors

Research evidence shows that outdoor learning environments can improve behavior, engagement, and active participation in learning. Learning through Landscapes has three decades of experience supporting teachers with the challenges of teaching outdoors and provides step-by-step guidance to teach every curriculum subject outdoors, improving health, well-being, and attainment while bringing joy to teaching.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

Research evidence overwhelmingly demonstrates that an outdoor learning environment has the potential to significantly enhance behavior, engagement, and promote more active participation in learning. However, the question remains: why limit learning to the confines of a classroom?

In the real world, we are aware of the challenges that teachers face. We understand the barriers that hinder the integration of outdoor learning. Learning through Landscapes has amassed three decades of expertise in supporting teachers in navigating the everyday challenges of teaching outdoors. Through this deep understanding of teaching and comprehensive guidance, this book showcases that every curriculum subject in primary schools can be effectively taught outdoors.

Throughout the pages of this book, Learning through Landscapes reveals that learning outdoors not only benefits the health, well-being, and academic achievements of your students but also brings immense joy to your teaching profession. By embracing the outdoors, educators can create a vibrant and engaging learning environment that fosters a love for learning and fosters lifelong connections with nature.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 170 x 350 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529780444