Forsyth-Creating Exciting Outdoor Environments

Encouraging outdoor play is important in early childhood education. Playing outside gives children an outlet to express themselves, while also burning off some of their energy. Young children can explore a natural environment, take risks, and build confidence. Bringing your classroom interest areas outdoors to extend the children’s learning and development skills such as pretend play. When children invent games during outdoor play, they’re using their imagination and the resources around them to create a different reality. Doing so aids in socialization and language skills, as they are sharing their thoughts and ideas with peers. This also allows them to have more control verses teacher lead activities. Join us in learning ways to create exciting outdoor learning opportunities for your center.

Trainer: Rashida Mitchell