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How to run a Forest School in icy Weather

At Muddy Puddles, we are firm believers in the benefits of Forest Schools. Learning outdoors boosts children’s confidence, develops their social and physical skills and, last but not least, improves...

How to run a Forest School in icy Weather

At Muddy Puddles, we are firm believers in the benefits of Forest Schools. Learning outdoors boosts children’s confidence, develops their social and physical skills and, last but not least, improves...

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5 Reasons Mud Kitchens are Brilliant

Our readers know that the Muddy Team will never tire of encouraging outdoor play and activities. We believe that spending time outside is the best way for a child to...

5 Reasons Mud Kitchens are Brilliant

Our readers know that the Muddy Team will never tire of encouraging outdoor play and activities. We believe that spending time outside is the best way for a child to...

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KS2 - Science - The Force is With Us

Learning Objective - KS1 Science Science - Forces Unsupported objects fall towards the Earth because of the force of gravity acting between the Earth and the falling object Identify the...

KS2 - Science - The Force is With Us

Learning Objective - KS1 Science Science - Forces Unsupported objects fall towards the Earth because of the force of gravity acting between the Earth and the falling object Identify the...

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Up, Up and Away! - KS1 STEM

Learning Objective - KS1 STEM Science - Everyday Materials Compare and group together a variety of everyday materials on the basis of their simple physical properties Resources Various fabrics such...

Up, Up and Away! - KS1 STEM

Learning Objective - KS1 STEM Science - Everyday Materials Compare and group together a variety of everyday materials on the basis of their simple physical properties Resources Various fabrics such...

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Geo Boards - EYFS Maths

Early Learning Goal - EYFS Maths The children recognise, create and describe patterns. They explore characteristics of everyday objects and shapes and use mathematical language to describe them. Resources Round...

Geo Boards - EYFS Maths

Early Learning Goal - EYFS Maths The children recognise, create and describe patterns. They explore characteristics of everyday objects and shapes and use mathematical language to describe them. Resources Round...

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EYFS Physical Development - Birds in the Trees

Early Learning Goal - EYFS Physical Development Moving and handling: children show good control and co-ordination in large and small movements. They move confidently in a range of ways, safely...

EYFS Physical Development - Birds in the Trees

Early Learning Goal - EYFS Physical Development Moving and handling: children show good control and co-ordination in large and small movements. They move confidently in a range of ways, safely...