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Finding the right resources for your forest school this summer is important, it can feel like a daunting task! So where do you start?
We have pulled together the ultimate guide to the best forest school resources on the market to help you pick the best ones for your setting.
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Many organisations offer free or low-cost printable activities:
- The Woodland Trust Nature Detectives
- The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Learning Resources
- The National Education Nature Park
- The Wildlife Trusts Activities
- Learning through Landscapes Resources
Equipment checklist
- Magnifying glasses
- Collection pots
- Bug viewers
- Clipboards
- Pencils and waterproof notebooks
- ID guides
- String and rope
- Tarps
- First aid kit
- Handwashing supplies
- Water and sun protection
A simple structure for a 2-hour summer Forest School session could be:
- Welcome circle and safety check (10 minutes)
- Nature game (15 minutes)
- Seasonal exploration (30 minutes)
- Bushcraft or creative activity (40 minutes)
- Snack around the fire or picnic (15 minutes)
- Reflection in a sit spot and closing circle (10 minutes)