Full Description
These days, running a club is an accepted part of the teacher's remit, adding additional pressure to an already substantial workload. The Big Book of Primary Club Resources: Science and Outdoor Learning aims to ease that burden, providing a simple and clear week-by-week plan for science and outdoor learning clubs.
Each chapter aims to explore science and outdoor learning in a context that complements classroom practice without specifically following the National Curriculum. Containing two years' worth of club sessions, this book is a quick, accessible and easy-to-use guide which provides clear and creative ideas, all of which are straightforward to resource, set up and run. A myriad of science and outdoor learning topics are covered, including:
The human body
Weather
Chemistry and special effects science
The environment
Mathematics of the natural world
Outdoor survival skills
All activities are adapted for three age groups (4-7 years; 7-9 years and 9-11 years) and achieve highly satisfying outcomes for pupils. Taking the strain out of club planning, this book is an invaluable resource for teachers and teaching assistants running clubs for children aged 4-11.
Contents
Art and Nature 2. Special Effects Science 3. Environmental Issues 4. Amazing Bodies 5. Maths in Nature 6. Sensational Structures 7. Outdoor Skills 8. Electrical and Magnetic Wonders 9. Weather Station 10. The Experimental Kitchen 11. In the Garden 12. Wild Races
