Outdoor Learning Equipment for Schools and Homeschool Groups [Ep. 28]

Outdoor learning equipment for schools

Outdoor learning equipment for schools and homeschool groups come in all different shapes, sizes, and prices. But as a teacher, you are already paying for way too many things to make your indoor classroom run, you shouldn’t have to add more of a financial burden onto your shoulders to be able to add outdoor education into your teaching methodologies. I have good news for you! There are cheap ways to get some equipment and props that are versatile and can be used in lesson after lesson.

Make sure to tune into this episode where I cover materials that are helpful for games and role playing like poker chips which are loose parts that can become animal food, gas molecules, pollen particles, and more. I also share about collection materials because you know your kiddos are gonna want to collect. I also hit on the power of field guides, a way to bring informational text outside. With each of these categories I make sure to give you some ideas for free or very cheap options in lieu of buying brand new.

I also cover three different methods to help you store these materials so that you don’t clutter up your indoor space in an effort to enhance your outdoor learning. With the holidays right around the corner, consider adding some of these materials to your class wish list and help your students’ caregivers give back to their students’ education.

Teaching Tip 🍏

Don’t feel like you need to acquire everything on this list at one time. Get creative and find cheap or free ways to supply helpful materials for your outdoor education.