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In this episode, Carol Murdoch discusses the challenges of getting primary 7 students outside during the busy summer term. She emphasises the importance of outdoor activities in reducing stress and anxiety, promoting physical activity and cognitive function, and fostering relationships. Carol suggests various activities such as nature scavenger hunts, art, team-building games, and creative writing. She also highlights the benefits of mindfulness activities, nature journaling, and guided meditations. Outdoor learning not only enhances academic learning but also encourages environmental stewardship and lifelong love for nature.
Takeaways
- Getting primary 7 students outside during the summer term can be challenging but rewarding.
- Outdoor activities reduce stress and anxiety and promote physical activity and cognitive function.
- Nature scavenger hunts, art, team building games, and creative writing are great activities for primary 7 students.
- Mindfulness activities, nature journaling, and guided meditations help foster well-being and reflection.
- Outdoor learning encourages environmental stewardship and a lifelong love for nature.
Timestamps
02:17 Activity: Nature Scavenger Hunt
04:25 Enhancing Outdoor Learning with Team Building
06:47 The Benefits of Outdoor Activities in the Final Term of Primary 7
09:01 The Value of Mindfulness Outside the Classroom
11:19 Slowing Down and Engaging with the Senses: Mindfulness Walks and Nature Journaling
13:19 Finding Calm and Focus with Guided Meditations
15:39 Enhancing Mindfulness with Nature Sounds and Sensory Experiences
19:20 Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing
20:31 Developing Collaboration and Problem-Solving Skills
20:45 Fostering Social and Emotional Competencies
20:59 Creating Lasting Memories and Finding Balance
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