Numeracy and Mathematics Outdoors

Overview

Math is all around us – from number walks exploring local signs to finding shapes in your community, consider how engaging with symmetry, graphing, and sorting can be playfully explored outdoors.

Learning Objective: Develop a conceptual understanding of how numeracy and mathematics can be enhanced through outdoor learning.

Suggested Discussion Questions

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

How do you feel about teaching mathematics and numeracy outdoors?
Plan a number, shape, or symmetry walk around your school yard. How are mathematical concepts represented in outdoor spaces?
Which math resources, like pattern blocks, are available to be repurposed for outdoor learning in your school?