Outdoor play

Explore the value of brushes as resources for children's learning and development outdoors Resources Long-handled brooms, dustpan and brush, wheelbarrows Activities Sweep the outdoor space, especially for the real tasks of tidying up, clearing leaves or sweeping puddles. Extension ideas Collect and transport leaves for a compost pile. Encourage the children to take responsibility for looking after the outdoor space. Resources A variety of small brushes, small buckets, water from a large container, water butt or tap Activity 'Paint' resources...