The National Curriculum Outdoors: KS1

This practical teaching resource transforms the Key Stage 1 curriculum into engaging outdoor adventures, offering educators photocopiable lesson plans that systematically cover every primary subject. Deborah Lambert provides a structured yet flexible framework for taking Year 1 and Year 2 learning beyond classroom walls, directly linking outdoor activities to curriculum objectives. The book addresses the common challenge teachers face in creating meaningful outside learning that aligns with educational requirements while maintaining academic rigor. These ready-to-use resources make outdoor education accessible rather than intimidating for time-pressed educators.

What distinguishes this guide is its comprehensive subject coverage—from mathematics to literacy to science—all reimagined for outdoor settings where children naturally thrive. Teachers seeking to boost pupil engagement, improve wellbeing, and make learning memorable will find immediate value in these thoughtfully designed lessons. The approach recognizes that outdoor learning isn't an add-on but an enhancement to core teaching, providing the tools to make nature an extension of the classroom. This resource effectively bridges the gap between curriculum demands and the developmental benefits of learning through direct experience with the natural world.