Author: Amy Butler Publisher: Cornell University Press ISBN: 1501771914 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 262
Book Description
Educating Children Outdoors is a resource for educators interested in spending extended periods of time in nature with their students. Bringing over two decades of experience working outdoors with teachers and students, Amy Butler offers curricular guidance on nature-based lessons that align with K–12 education standards and build on the innate curiosity and wonder children have for the natural world. This book will help the educator: - Learn successful routines and practices to make learning outdoors safe and engaging - Understand protocols for real and risky play - Draw inspiration from real-life stories from other teachers about learning in nature - Meet NGSS and Common Core standards outdoors with seasonal lessons that are child-centered - Be part of the movement to support children in becoming reconnected with the natural world and the places they call home With twenty-five lessons in five units of study spread out across a seasonal school year and appendixes that offer templates for learning, Educating Children Outdoors is essential for educators looking to harvest the benefits of a nature-based curriculum.
Author: Jan White Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1136253793 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 316
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Playing and Learning Outdoors shows early years practitioners how to get the very best from outdoor playing and learning for the enjoyment, health and education of all children from ages three to five years. Fully updated to reflect the current status and understandings regarding outdoor provision within early childhood education frameworks, this new edition will allow practitioners to develop rich and stimulating outdoor play provision in Early Years settings and enable them to feel confident to offer wonderful play experiences outdoors. Playing and Learning Outdoors offers practitioners achievable advice and support, based on approaches which are appropriate and effective for young children’s all-round well-being and development. This invaluable resource also includes practical advice on: movement and physical play playing with sand, natural materials and water plants, living things and growing construction, creative and imaginative play. This second edition also includes a brand new chapter on ‘Providing experiences beyond the garden walls’ which will urge practitioners to harness the huge potential contained in the locality (physical world) and local community (human world) around the early years setting’s own boundaries. Filled with advice and support, this lively, inspiring and accessible book will help practitioners to develop a truly practical and enjoyable approach to learning through play outdoors for all children aged from 3 to 7.
Author: Luke Byrd Publisher: Luke Byrd ISBN: Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 17000
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Do you find yourself drawn to wooden art carved with knives and wishing that you can create all the amazing projects you see each day? Do you want a step by step guide on how to get started with whittling to carve out awesome projects in no time? If so, then read on… Have you ever picked up a piece of wood and had that sudden moment where it is as though your mind opened up and you had a rush of inspiration on how to turn that wooden piece into something beautiful? If you have had these feelings, or you are simply interested in wood carving but do not know where to start, there’s good news for you. Wood carving can sometimes seem overwhelming. With all the hardware required, maneuvering of wood and high skills deployed to create amazing artworks out of wood, it can sometimes look like a too daunting task for you to approach. But what if there was a way for you to satisfy your desire to create stunning pieces out of wood without having to go through the long and tedious process of cutting, drilling holes, and fighting with heavy machinery? The way around this would be to get started with whittling. Although not as elaborate as full-blown wood carving, whittling is a process of creating amazing artworks and utilities out of wood, with the aid of smaller tools that are easily obtainable. This implies that with some patience, attention to detail, a whittling knife, and some time, you will be able to create simple woodwork that is both beautiful and useful to you. This book throws more light into the subject of wood whittling. As an ancient practice dating back to a very long time ago, whittling has evolved, and there is so much more that you can achieve with just your whittling knife and all the factors that have been mentioned above. Within the pages of this book you will; 1. Gain a better understanding of what whittling is all about and how it evolved. 2. Understand the therapeutic benefits of engaging in the art of whittling. 3. Be familiar with the tools you need to have a successful whittling project and how these tools are handled for the best results. 4. Gain insider secrets on the tips and tricks of executing successful whittling projects. 5. Be exposed to 20 whittling ideas that will help bring out your artistic and creative side to life. 6. Be privy to some of the most frequently asked whittling questions that will provide you with a deeper insight and further guidance into the art of wood carving with knives. …And a whole lot more! This book offers a crash course for beginners into the art of whittling. Even if you had no idea of the craft, by the time you are done with the knowledge within these pages, you should be up and ready to complete your first whittling project. It is not that difficult to create all those amazing woodwork you have wanted to create all this while with knives. With the knowledge hidden in this book, you are well covered. To access the wealth of knowledge in this book, simply get your copy RIGH NOW
Author: Claire Warden Publisher: Mindstretchers.CompanyUK ISBN: 9781906116651 Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Planning should be joyful. We have all been there, locked away in a room, staring at a screen, trying to think of activities to put onto a planning document. What if there was another way? Would you embrace joyful planning and documentation? Luckily, the pages between these covers contain the keys to the confidence you are seeking to fully explore this learning journey, including quick to access visual mind maps and grids full of practical strategies to help children share what they know, question what they don't know, and make a plan to find the answer in a playful inquiry. The pages share the knowledge and skills you need to feel confident following a child-led inquiry around a fascination of crafting things from wood and exploring wood whittling and woodworking while also providing blank pages for you to make your own notes. Claire's Floorbook(R) approach will help your voice and the voices of the children you work with become interwoven to create a truly enjoyable and awe inspiring program. An emergent curriculum comes from children's fascination with the world around them, especially through encounters with materials such as wood, sticks, and leaves. If you are new to this style of emergent curriculum, the journal style encourages you to reflect on what you do, to record children's ideas that could influence your program over several years. There are sections around the adult role, what children understand about wood, how to assess risk, and how to use two ways of approaching the curriculum, with both approaches being seen in practice within the case studies as children can be seen being involved in shared sustained thinking as they plan and talk about their projects. The Fascination Series is a way of starting to reveal the opportunities for children to learn with nature and not just about it by connecting to it through handling and using it. When a child understands the gift of materials such as wood, its source and sustainability becomes more important. This mind set stays beyond the inquiry to be a lifelong way of thinking about the planet. Planning can be joyful, so open the book and let's get started.
Author: Charles Prince Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 146
Book Description
Are you ready to know everything there is about whittling? Are you looking for a new hobby that will take all the free time off your hands and make you more productive? If you answered YES, you are in the right place so keep reading... You Are About To Learn An Ancient Art With A Therapeutical Effect To Create Amazing Masterpieces From Wood Using A Knife! Whittling is a form of art that is rapidly gaining popularity day by day, despite being in existence for ages. However, the overall concept may seem very easy, but it can very difficult in practice especially for a person with no prior experience. Based on the fact that you are reading this, it is clear that you have been caught up with the flow of whittling and looking forward to creating wonderful pieces of art and you are probably wondering... What is whittling? What do I need to do to get started? Apart from a knife, what else do I need? What can I create through whittling? If you have these and other similar questions, then this book is what you need, as it is compiled with a lot of detail and in a step by step approach to allow you to become perfect at whittling. This book guide is created to groom you as a beginner to learn everything you need to know about whittling starting from the basic to the more complicated stuff. Below is a preview of what you will learn in this guide: What whittling is, how it differs from wood carving and how it started Some of the considerations that you should make before you get started with whittling Tools and equipment that you need to get started and how to take care of them The different styles of whitling and the best wood to use 52 sample projects that you can test your ability with to get you on your feet with whittling Useful tips and tricks to ensure that your safety is kept a priority and that you succeed in whittling And much more... So, what are you waiting for? The only thing standing between you and becoming a pro whittler is acquiring the necessary knowledge contained in this book. When you are done, the only limit to whittling will only be your imagination, even if whittling seems like an advanced art that you cannot master! Scroll up and click Buy Now With 1-Click or Buy Now to get started!
Author: Ryan Feldman Publisher: Craftmills Publishing LLC ISBN: 9781951035730 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 228
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Do you love learning with your hands and seeing a project through to it's finish? Are you looking to express your inner creativity in a way that produces beautiful works of art? Did you enjoy whittling as a kid, and want to give your own son or grandson the same experience? Do you get random spurts of energy at odd times of the day and don't know what to do with them? If your answer to one of these questions is 'Yes', then this book is for YOU. We all have that spark of creative genius within us, but sometimes we just don't know how to tap into it. Sometimes, the traditional creative mediums of painting, music, and the like just don't cut it. Did you know that children learn the best and fastest when they do things hands on? Whittling is one of the best crafts to teach patience and cultivate your child's creative genius. While there are countless ways one can spend their time being creative, there are only a few that truly bring us back to our roots, back to a time long before cell phones and airplanes. Note: This book has two parts Part 1: Beginner's Guide to Whittling: What Beginner Wood Carvers Need to Know to Start Whittling Part 2: Intermediate Guide to Whittling: 15 Secrets Wood Carvers Should Know to Get Better Inside this book you'll discover: The 4 most important knives for any beginner to own, and how to properly take care of them The best age to introduce your child to whittling The best safety practices for kids, as well as insider knowledge of the gear you'll be using to best suit your needs How to master the first 3 basic cutting strokes in no time flat, so that you can get carving as soon as possible What type of wood is best for whittling and why, so that you can ensure every project comes out exactly how you envision it How to avoid "splitting the grain", one of the biggest mistakes all carvers dread Which sharpening stones to use to keep your tools in top shape A full list of surface and penetrating finishes: you'll find out their properties, how to use them, and when NOT to use them to avoid classic beginner's mistakes All you need is a small pocket knife and some wood! Did you know that whittling can lower stress and blood pressure, support mindfulness, train concentration, and reconnect you with nature, leaving you calm and relaxed? Once you get the hang of it, you can create beautiful pieces to decorate your home with, carve unique gifts for your family and friends, and even furnish your house with stylish wooden furniture. To top it all off, wood carving is an inexpensive hobby, and many intricate pieces can be crafted on a budget with just a few basic tools. That even goes for someone who has never held a pocket knife in their hands -- soon you'll be able to create masterful art pieces with just a little practice by your side. Enough wondering what to do with your extra time. Why let it go to waste? Every day you delay is another day you miss out on spending your time being creative instead of being lost in the world of cellphones and the internet. Take action now by scrolling up and adding this book to your cart!
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