Full Description
Forest School continues to grow and develop, both in the UK and internationally. Literature and research in the field tend to document this growth, while this book takes a novel approach to the Forest school conversation, taking a critical look at the various tensions and difficulties that surround Forest School practice.
The editors, together with chapter authors drawn from the fields of academia and practice, form an experienced voice, encouraging the reader to reflect upon, question and explore complex areas of Forest School practice.
Contents
Part I: Mapping the Territory
Chapter 1: When Forest School isn't Forest School - Mel McCree
Chapter 2: Challenge and compromise at Forest School - Helen Davenport
Chapter 3: What does 'long-term' mean at Forest School? - Mark Sackville-Ford
Chapter 4: Forest School and progressive forms of education - Mark Sackville-Ford
Part II: Navigating the ethos
Chapter 5: Rethinking praise and competition at Forest School - Mark Sackville-Ford
Chapter 6: Reflecting on multiple intelligences and learning styles - Mark Sackville-Ford
Chapter 7: Behaviours that challenge at Forest School - Mark Sackville-Ford
Chapter 8: A voice in the Forest - Helen Davenport
Chapter 9: A School Perspective of Forest School - Elizabeth Irvin
Part III: Furthering Practice
Chapter 10: Transitions at Forest School - Leanne Connelly
Chapter 11: Identities and genders at Forest School - Mark Sackville-Ford
Chapter 12: The Impact of Fire at Forest School - Kelly Francis Horrocks
Chapter 13: How safe is Forest School? - Lily Horseman
Chapter 14: Aspects of training: a conversation - Lily Horseman & Mark Sackville-Ford
