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Outdoor environments

Developing outdoor learning spaces

by Pete Moorhouse

“Embracing outdoor learning will contribute greatly to giving children the best start in life – benefitting their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.”

This booklet provides inspiration and tips for designing quality outdoor learning spaces for children in your setting.

A girl by a tree
Topics
Outdoor, Outdoor and nature
Age
Early years
Use
Teacher training
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