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Existential Intelligence
Welcome to our last post in our series about how Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences relates to outdoor learning. The intelligence I will discuss here is sometimes called Existential intelligence. This intelligence is not officially part of Gardner’s list … READ MORE
Celebrating Labor Day in Preschool
Labor Day is a good time for children to learn about community helpers and working together. Popular helpers include police officers, fire fighters, doctors, and teachers. During outdoor playground time, why not talk about the many people who work in … READ MORE
Intrapersonal Intelligence
Welcome back as we continue discussing how Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences apply to learning in children’s outdoor play areas. Another intelligence to encourage on the preschool playground is the intrapersonal intelligence. This intelligence involves having a strong sense of self, … READ MORE
Interpersonal Intelligence
Welcome back as we continue discussing how Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences apply to learning in children’s outdoor play areas. Another intelligence that can be encouraged on the preschool playground is the interpersonal intelligence. This intelligence involves learning to work with … READ MORE
The Summer Olympics, Preschool Style (Part 2)
The Preschool Summer Olympics continued…. Now that the opening ceremony is complete, it’s time for the games! The Games: Gymnastics – Lay out the mats and practice some tumbling. Boat Races – Set up sailboat/toy boat races down a … READ MORE
The Summer Olympics, Preschool Style (Part 1)
The 2012 Summer Olympics have begun, so let’s get out the torch, flags, and medals and start the Preschool Olympic games outdoors on the preschool playground! The Opening Ceremony: Torches: First things first! You need your Olympic torch. … READ MORE
Linguistic Intelligence
Welcome back as we continue discussing how Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences apply to learning in children’s outdoor play areas. Another intelligence that can be encouraged on the preschool playground is the linguistic intelligence. This intelligence has to do with spoken … READ MORE
Going on an Outdoor Color Hunt
There are many beautiful colors outdoors in the summertime! Explore the colors with an outdoor color hunt. First, take some time to go through some crayons. The children can pick out a few of their favorite colors of crayons … READ MORE
Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
Welcome back as we continue discussing how Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences apply to learning in children’s outdoor play areas. Another intelligence that can be encouraged and can flourish on the preschool playground is the logical-mathematical intelligence. This intelligence has to … READ MORE
Making Flour Stars for The 4th of July
Looking for an Independence Day outdoor activity? Try decorating the grass of your children’s outdoor play area with big patriotic flour stars. Materials: Piece of cardboard large enough for the star you would like to make Scissors Spray Bottle with … READ MORE
