Outdoor Learning and Forest School
As a Level 3 Forest School practitioner, I often work with children in outdoor settings. I enjoy using found and natural materials to help children to explore their surroundings.
Sunprints
Kids are fascinated with the chemistry behind cyanotypes and a perfect opportunity for science to compliment art. Children learn about composition, the science behind sun prints and to spend time outside collecting natural materials.
CLAY COB OVEN
Making cob ovens is an amazing S.T.E.A.M opportunities for schools. Participants learn about the history of cob, use maths to work out amounts, timing and ratios for the sand and clay, science to learning about the reactions of the drying process and firing the oven and best of all they finish the project by cooking delicious food. This is a lovely whole school project which cost the minimal amount in materials.
Using natural paint.
Here children have used natural colours such as turmeric and beetroot powder and made a paste by mixing it with water and mud. Their senses can be explored by creating beautiful subtle shades of paint which also smells interesting!
Clay Sculptures.
As a Forest School Leader, I’m passionate about educating children outside. I deliver this art session as part of a larger project, looking at mini-beasts, habitats and seasons. Children use clay and natural found objects to create mini sculptures.
