Grab and Go Resources

Overview

Having a well-equipped backpack or wagon ready to ‘grab and go’ makes outdoor learning easier for teachers. Weather-resistant supplies, like clipboards, magnifying lenses, art materials, field guides, and a first aid kit are sensible additions.

Learning Objective: Identify and gather resources for an outdoor learning grab and go bag.

Suggested Discussion Questions

Please use these prompts to dialogue with colleagues how you might engage with outdoor play and learning.

Collaborate with colleagues to plan seasonally appropriate grab-and-go kits.
Discuss with school administration, librarians, and district staff which funding is available to build your kits.
Inventory and update existing grab-and-go resources to ensure they are up-to-date and well-maintained.