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1st November: Diwali
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a vibrant celebration of good triumphing over evil. Encourage your class to explore cultural traditions by creating outdoor Rangoli designs using natural materials like leaves and petals. You can find a lesson plan for this here: Diwali Rangoli.
5th November: Guy Fawkes / Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night is a fantastic opportunity to teach fire safety and enjoy outdoor cooking. Why not explore fire safety lessons with our Fire Risk Assessment and then have fun making Banana Boats or Sweet Caramelised Apples?
6th November: Stress Awareness Day
Stress Awareness Day is a reminder of the importance of mental well-being. Take the chance to introduce calming outdoor activities like Mindful Walks or Mindful Listening to your students. Our blog on Daily Mile Ideas is full of helpful suggestions for stress-relieving activities.
7th November: Outdoor Classroom Day
Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to encourage schools to embrace the great outdoors as a place for learning (which is what we do here at Love Outdoor Learning!). Use our Forest School Outdoor Learning Session Plan to create an inspiring outdoor lesson, or read our blog on A Different Type of Outdoor Classroom for creative ideas.
8th November: National STEM Day
What better way to celebrate National STEM Day than taking science, technology, engineering, and maths outside? Get stuck-in with activities like building a STEM Stick Tower, or explore our range of Sciences and Technologies lessons. Check out our blog on Windy Day STEM for more inspiration.
11th November: Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is a time to reflect and honour those who have died in the line of duty. You can incorporate outdoor learning into your commemorations with our Remembrance Day Lesson.
11th – 15th November: Anti-Bullying Week
Anti-Bullying Week is a great opportunity to build trust and teamwork in the outdoors. Our Trusting Trees: Co-operation lesson encourages supporting one another while working together in nature.
11th – 22nd November: COP29
COP29 is the 29th annual Conference of the Parties under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). This global summit brings together leaders, scientists, and activists to discuss and take action on climate change. It’s an important time to engage students in outdoor activities that highlight the importance of sustainability and environmental protection. Use this week to explore topics like biodiversity, climate science, and the role of forests and oceans in mitigating climate change. Encourage your students to become climate champions by participating in activities such as tree planting, climate impact investigations, or creating nature-based solutions to reduce their carbon footprint.
13th November: World Kindness Day
World Kindness Day is the perfect chance to introduce nature-inspired acts of kindness. From planting flowers for pollinators to making kindness rocks, our blog 5 Nature Ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Week has plenty of outdoor activities to spread kindness.
17th – 23rd November: Road Safety Week
Road Safety Week is a great time to teach children the importance of being aware of their surroundings, particularly when it comes to roads and vehicles. Engage your students with interactive lessons like our Easter Egg Experiment for Road Safety, which demonstrates the effects of speed and impact. Use our lesson Build an F1 Car, Power Your Car, or measure speed with our activities on How Fast Does Your Car Go? and How Fast Do Real Cars Go?. These fun, hands-on activities are perfect for illustrating speed, safety, and control in an outdoor setting.
18th – 24th November: Scottish Book Week
Scottish Book Week is an annual celebration of books and reading across Scotland. This week encourages readers of all ages and backgrounds to share their love of books. It’s the perfect time to take storytelling outdoors, where nature can inspire creativity and imagination. Try using our range of Book Activities, from outdoor story circles to nature-inspired writing prompts. For more inspiration, check out our blogs on Top Books for Outdoor Learning and 5 Free Outdoor Activities for World Book Day.
19th November: Oceans of Plastic Day
Oceans of Plastic Day is a fantastic chance to raise awareness about ocean pollution and the impact of plastic waste. Dive into educational resources from Surfers Against Sewage here and encourage your students to take part in plastic clean-up initiatives.
20th November: World Children’s Day
World Children’s Day is all about celebrating the rights and well-being of children.
23rd November – 1st December: National Tree Week
National Tree Week is a great time to explore the importance of trees and woodlands. From creating Tree Faces to making Magic Trees, it’s the perfect opportunity to spark a love of nature with your class. You can also check out our blog on 20 Fun Things to Do with Sticks for some more forest-friendly fun.
30th November: St. Andrew’s Day
St. Andrew’s Day is Scotland’s official national day, celebrated in honour of the country’s patron saint. It’s a time to embrace Scottish culture, heritage, and traditions, with events ranging from ceilidhs to feasts across the country. Take learning outdoors and celebrate Scotland’s rich history with a hands-on twist. Try incorporating outdoor STEM activities with a Scottish theme, such as our St. Andrew’s Day STEM Lesson, which blends science and Scottish heritage.
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