Winter is Coming!
Early Childhood Teachers - do you wish you could keep playing outside even in the colder months? Do you find parents or even school admin don't support outdoor play in winter? Maybe you want to go outside but don't know how to keep everyone safe and healthy when the weather turns cold.
With this online mini-course you can get ready for outdoor play all winter long!
In just one hour, you will learn:
- strategies for getting parents and school leadership onboard with playing outdoors all year round
- the correct gear for keeping yourselves and your children warm in the winter months
- what to pack in your backpack to be prepared for outdoor adventures
- what areas of learning you can cover while playing outside in the cold
Bonus Materials include:
- Downloadable gear guide to send home to families.
- A letter template to families outlining the benefits of outdoor play in the winter.
- A downloadable outdoor adventures checklist to make sure you have everything you need.
- A downloadable health & safety tip sheet so you can feel confident that you are putting the health and safety of your children first.
What to expect from your online course "We can go out in the cold: Outdoor Play in Winter!
Five pre-recorded videos covering essential aspects of outdoor play in the winter months.
- Module 1: The benefits of outdoor play.
- Module 2: The barriers to getting outside in winter and how to overcome them.
- Module 3: What to pack on your winter adventures.
- Module 4: The curriculum areas of learning you can cover while playing outside.
- Module 5: How cold is too cold? Health and safety when playing outside in winter.
Testimonials
Very nice easy to follow and understand and a lot of good information. Victoria you are a world of information! - Lenore
The PDF downloads are great. These are especially helpful for teachers to share with parents. And it's not only about play outdoors but can be about safety as well. I liked how you took the time to explain how the weather chart works, and helpful suggestions and tips. - J.R.
About Victoria and The Stepping Stones Way
Victoria is an early childhood teacher and school leader with over 25 years experience teaching young children. Victoria is the owner of three early childhood centers in the Chicago area. Her mission is to empower preschool and early childhood teachers to create enriching learning experiences for their classrooms through developmentally appropriate, child-led approaches, and play based learning.