Outdoor play, in the Foundation Stage and for children aged birth to three, is now standard good practice and not a marginal extra. But many practitioners are struggling with lack of professional knowledge as to how to implement it. Struggle no longer!
I can thoroughly recommend this new periodical. It will drip-feed ideas and theory to you in manageable measures. Every half term an information pack is sent out that clips into a free A4 ring binder and makes a significant addition to your professional references. Each pack includes:
* Curriculum notes - materials and ideas that are specific to the Foundation Stage and Birth to Three Matters
* Technical guides - step-by-step guides on how to easily improve your outdoor environment
* Early Years Outdoors newsletter - news, research and case studies from settings across the country
* Playnotes - ideas and resource information about specific areas of outdoor provision.
To receive this excellent publication you need to become a member of Early Years Outdoors, which has added advantages. The first is an advice line open every working day to help you with any aspect of outdoor play. A library of CDs and slides featuring some of the best examples of inspirational outdoor spaces as well as information sheets can also be accessed online.