One of the keys to a happy and creative classroom is getting out of it and this book will give you the confidence to do just that. Drawing on academic research, Juliet explains why learning outdoors is so beneficial and provides plenty of tips and activities to help you to integrate outdoor learning into your teaching practice, providing a broad range of engaging outdoor experiences for your students. There is no need for expensive tools or complicated technologies: all you need is your coat and a passion for learning - oh, and you'd better bring the kids too! Topics covered include: forest schools, learning outside the classroom, outdoor education, nature activities, caring for the environment, play in schools, investigative play, urban outdoor activities, problem solving, creative thinking and strategies for supporting curriculum objectives. For all primary practitioners who want to shake up their usual classroom routine and discover the benefits of teaching outdoors. Dirty Teaching was a finalist in the Non-Fiction People's Book Prize Winter 2014 collection. ; Juliet Robertson offers tips and tricks to help any primary school teacher kick-start or further develop their outdoor practice. ; Contents: Introduction The Golden Principles of Teaching Outdoors Before You Go Outside The First Few Sessions Thinking, Reflecting and Reviewing Creating and Constructing A Sense of Adventure Exploring What's Out There Caring for Nature What to do in Concrete Jungles Keeping the Momentum Going Nagging Doubts, Fears and Worries Embedding Outdoor Learning Cross Reference of Ideas to Subject Areas Bibliography Index This book provides teachers who want to take their practice outdoors with strategies to minimize bureaucratic barriers, tactics to seamlessly integrate indoor and outdoor teaching, and countless cross-curricular activities that can be implemented with minimal resources. The pages are packed with creative ideas for active and engaging outdoor lessons that will help teachers bring the curriculum alive for their pupils. --Simon Beames, University of Edinburgh Given all the Juliet Robertson has done through her outstanding blog and her development work, I should have expected her book to be outstanding and it is. Part manifesto for outdoor learning and part manual, she makes the case for outdoor learning and provides the advice, ideas and questions that allow teachers to deliver on it. I was convinced all over again of the value of learning everywhere, of the power of the outdoors and, with this book, I felt totally equipped to the advantage of that AND it is just a great book about learning with children. --The Real David Cameron, Education Consultant Given all the Juliet Robertson has done through her outstanding blog and her development work, I should have expected her book to be outstanding and it is. Part manifesto for outdoor learning and part manual, she makes the case for outdoor learning and provides the advice, ideas and questions that allow teachers to deliver on it. I was convinced all over again of the value of learning everywhere, of the power of the outdoors and, with this book, I felt totally equipped to the advantage of that AND it is just a great book about learning with children. Reviewed by Juno Hollyhock, Executive Director Learning through Landscapes Once again the sound common sense that we have grown to expect from Juliet Robertson. Dirty Teaching recognizes that the most effective way to embed teaching and learning in the outdoors is not to create huge quantities of resources but to plant seeds so that teachers can grow their own ideas. The book reflects the current research which suggests that the real barriers to teaching outside are not weather, wind and wellies but confidence and competence. Easy to dip into for inspiration but also compelling to read as a narrative that engages and informs in equal measure. --Juno Hollyhock, Executive Director Learning through Landscapes Juliet Robertson is an Education Consultant who specialises in outdoor learning. Prior to becoming a consultant, Juliet was a Headteacher at three schools making her more than qualified to help others improve their practice. She also writes the popular education blog, “I’m a teacher, get me outside here” where she alliterates her ideas and enthusiasm for learning outdoors. Edited by: Ian Gilbert Juliet Robertson provides practical tips for primary school teachers to initiate or enhance outdoor teaching Boost classroom creativity by venturing outdoors, backed by research and offering varied learning experiences No need for costly tools; just bring your enthusiasm and students Topics include: forest schools, outdoor learning, nature activities, problem-solving, and more Ideal for primary educators seeking to invigorate their teaching with outdoor learning Table of Contents: - Introduction - The Golden Principles of Teaching Outdoors - Preparation - Initial Sessions - Reflection and Review - Construction