Download or read book A Practical Guide to Nature-Based Practice written by Niki Buchan and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-02-09 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a growing realisation that children benefit from being involved in wild spaces. They need dynamic and complex outdoor environments and opportunities for risk and challenge, to play with abandon, have first-hand experiences - places where there is adventure, delight, daring and joy! This book: o Provides a background to forest school and its relevance to Early Years settingso Outlines the challenges and benefits of outdoor learningo Explores the concept of nature-based practiceo Emphasises the importance of free playo Includes case studies in which educators share their journeys into 'wild nature' This book will help adults and children alike to reconnect with their local environment - a must-have for any early years setting!