The revised Early Years Foundation Stage framework identifies physical development as a funda- mentally important and Prime area of learning.
Autumn is a great season for venturing outdoors and actively exploring the changing environment. With this in mind, the following activities are particularly suited to getting physical at this time of year.
Go for an excursion into the woods. Choose a location where the children will have plenty of physical opportunities. If there is a park near your setting that has an outdoor adventure playground, this would be ideal.
Adult role
Learning opportunities
PD: Begins to recognise danger and seeks support of significant adults for help.
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