Making outdoor teaching and learning work in practice is now a key priority for all early years practitioners. Playing Outside provides clear and detailed guidance on all aspects of outdoor play illustrated with over 100 colour photographs. This bestselling book has been fully updated throughout to incorporate the Early Years Foundation Stage and includes completely new photographs, case studies and ideas for resources. To help promote physical activity, healty and well educated children this book provides: * practical activities that cover all aspects of learning; * photographs illustrating good practice and imaginative use of equipment; * examples of work from a range of settings; * help and advice on suppliers of equipment. Written for all practitioners working in schools, nurseries and pre-school settings, this book is essential reading for those who wish to provide inspiring outdoor play opportunities for the children in their care.

'Helen Bilton's enthusiasm for her subject is evident throughout this book [Outdoor Play in the Early Years] and it is obvious that not only is she a source of inspiration for present and future practitioners in this field, but much of her book is based on solid practical experience' E-scape 'We can all learn from this book. Buy it and share it widely.' Foundation Stage File

Helen Bilton, Educational Adviser and Open University Assistant Staff Tutor.