Get Outside and Play in the Early Years

Everything is possible outside - children are more physically active, the natural world enters through all the senses, and community connections are made. In this workshop, we will explore the reasons for getting outdoors and our role as adults in these experiences. You will come away with inspiration and practical ideas to create engaging outdoor play spaces and experiences. Come ready to play outside, no matter the weather!

What is covered:

• Explore personal knowledge and feelings about outdoor play.
• Identify barriers to and benefits of outdoor play.
• Reflect on their “why” for getting children outside to play.
• Review the key roles of adults in providing time, space, and materials for outdoor play.
• Learn about loose parts and engage in loose parts experiences.
• Build their repertoire of outdoor play experiences for children.
• Build positive connections with the land and natural world, and enjoy time outdoors.

This workshop is available as a 3 or 6-hour session.

PD & RTF available. Contact the Alberta Child Care Grant Funding Program to confirm eligibility.

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