Nature Explore Certified Outdoor Classroom
At Adventures Preschool, we believe that children can learn by being actively engaged, by playing and by experiencing. Our certified Nature Explore outdoor classroom provides children with meaningful opportunities to connect with nature while developing essential skills.
Visit the Nature Explore site for our certification and more information!
Our Certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom
- Entry feature
- Open area for large-motor activities
- Climbing/crawling area
- Building area
- Nature art area
- Music and movement area
- Garden and a pathway through planting
- Gathering area
- Water area
- Dirt-digging area
- Sand area
Climbing Areas
- Two climbing spaces including a preschool-sized horizontal ladder
- Safe opportunities for physical challenge and motor development
Musical Expression
- Rain sticks for sound exploration
- Slap drums for rhythm activities
- Maracas for musical play
- Xylophones for melody creation
Learning Areas
Messy Materials Area
- Natural sticks for building and creating
- Tree cookies for stacking and sorting
- Wood pieces for construction projects
- Opportunities for open-ended exploration
Nature Art Area
- Collection of rocks for painting and stacking
- Pinecones for crafting and play
- Shells from various environments
- Easel for outdoor artistic expression
Building Area
- Wood scraps for construction
- Natural blocks for engineering
- Materials that encourage problem-solving
Water and Sand Play
- Water table for scientific exploration
- Large sand pit for digging and building
- Sensory experiences with natural materials
Gathering Space
- Special area under our maple tree
- Place for group activities and reflection
- Connection with our natural environment
Nature Explore in Action
Hands-On Learning
Children engage with natural materials in meaningful ways, developing creativity and problem-solving skills through open-ended exploration.
Scientific Discovery
Our outdoor classroom provides countless opportunities for children to observe, experiment, and discover natural phenomena.
Community Gathering
Our special gathering space under the maple tree brings children together for group activities and reflection. This area fosters connection.
Our Philosophy in Practice
Our certified Nature Explore classroom reflects our belief that children learn through active engagement. This outdoor space encourages:
- Child-directed learning through natural materials
- Diverse opportunities for exploration and discovery
- Development of creativity and problem-solving skills
- Connection with the natural world
Benefits of Nature-Based Learning
Children in our program develop:
- Enhanced creativity and imagination
- Stronger problem-solving abilities
- Improved physical coordination and strength
- Greater environmental awareness
- Deeper connection to natural cycles and seasons