Forest school minibeast activities

A form for children to tick off various minibeasts when out on a minibeast hunt.

This fantastic set of photos features an array of minibeasts made from natural materials and other loose parts.

The beginning of a new school year is exciting but can also be a little bit nerve-racking for children and teachers alike! The first days need to fulfil several objectives including allowing everybody to settle in, to begin to re-connect/make new connections and to be filled with enthusiasm for the year ahead. Whole school or class projects are a great way to start the year with a bang, so here are 16 ideas to inspire and make everybody feel part of the team.

Bug "Fossils" Using Air Drying Clay (from Orla & Me via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/BijKe7aHPG-/?taken-by=orla_and_me)

Get outdoors and go collecting! Then make bright, arty bugs from nature using leaves and sticks.

Spiders web weaving