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Learning outdoors

Building a solid foundation through nature

by Pete Moorhouse

“When children are given unhurried time in an outdoor environment, their learning can have deeper meaning and create long-lasting memories.”

In this booklet, artist and educator Pete Moorhouse details the pedagogy behind outdoor learning and its importance for every setting.

A happy boy on a rope swing
Topics
Outdoor and nature, Outdoor
Age
Early years
Use
Teacher training
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