Workshop Description:
How do we capture the rich learning that happens outdoors—without turning it into one more thing to do? In this workshop, we’ll explore simple, meaningful ways to observe, document, and assess children’s learning outdoors. Learn how to notice what matters, make learning visible, and use what you discover to guide what comes next.
In this 1-hour workshop, you will:
- How to observe with intention and notice learning through children’s play, exploration, and interactions.
- Simple documentation strategies using photos, notes, children’s words, and work samples.
- What to look for outdoors beyond traditional academic outcomes.
- How to connect observations to curriculum, standards, and developmental goals without losing the joy of outdoor learning.
- How to use documentation for reflection and to plan meaningful next steps.
- Ways to make learning visible to families, colleagues, and your wider school community.