--- title: The Power Of Play | outdoor description: outdoor | --- ![Mobile Trigger](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/x5I8L67bQQKjlQqnXTsO3g.png) [The Power of Play by Scholar's Choice](https://www.scholarschoice.ca/) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/dot.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) ![Search Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/search-icon-1.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) ![Close Btn](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) - [Scholar's Choice](https://www.scholarschoice.ca/) - [Home](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog) ### Category - [At Home (51)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/at-home) - [Classroom (36)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/classroom) - [Childcare (34)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/childcare) ![Mobile Trigger](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/x5I8L67bQQKjlQqnXTsO3g.png) ![Close Btn](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/dot.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) ![Search Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/search-icon-1.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/colse-icon.png) ![Dot Icon](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Scholars_Choice_January2018/images/dot.png) [![](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Copy%20of%20The%20Holiday%20(4).png)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/take-back-your-classroom) Jun 10 ## [Don't Let Anything Interrupt Your Next School Year.](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/take-back-your-classroom) [learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/learning), [Tips](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/tips), [game](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/game), [holiday](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/holiday), [ideas](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ideas), [lego](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/lego), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [language](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/language), [math](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/math), [problem solving](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/problem-solving), [teaching](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teaching), [reading](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/reading), [literacy](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/literacy) As the School year comes to an end, teachers would normally be preparing for a well-deserved break, taking some time to relax before thinking about... [![](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/ScholarsChoice-logo-full-red-tagline%20(1).jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/summer-slide) May 27 ## [Helping Prevent Children From Experiencing Summer Slide 2021](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/summer-slide) [learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/learning), [Tips](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/tips), [game](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/game), [holiday](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/holiday), [ideas](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ideas), [lego](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/lego), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [language](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/language), [math](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/math), [problem solving](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/problem-solving), [teaching](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teaching), [reading](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/reading), [literacy](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/literacy) Did you know, 84% of teachers say students forget or lose skills, knowledge, or grade-level equivalency over the summer? Here are some more scary... [![How-to-Promote-Learning-Outside-the-Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/How-to-Promote-Learning-Outside-the-Classroom.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/promoting-learning-outside-the-classroom) Sep 28 ## [Promoting Learning Outside the Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/promoting-learning-outside-the-classroom) [At Home](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/at-home), [Outdoor play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor-play), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [reading](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/reading), [literacy](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/literacy), [STEM](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/stem), [studying](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/studying), [Fall](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/fall), [Discover Learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/discover-learning), [hand-eye coordination](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/hand-eye-coordination), [cognitive thinking](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/cognitive-thinking), [Nature](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/nature), [STEAM](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/steam) Often, we think that learning is something we only do in the classroom, but learning is a 24-hour activity. Kids are an open book and are constantly... [![Activities-for-Fall-Learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/blogs/Sept-21/Activities-for-Fall-Learning.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/activities-for-fall-learning) Sep 21 ## [Activities for Fall Learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/activities-for-fall-learning) [Arts & crafts](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/arts-crafts), [craft](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/craft), [crafts](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/crafts), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [science](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science), [science for kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-for-kids), [science is fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-is-fun), [teacher](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teacher), [STEM](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/stem), [early learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/early-learning), [numbers](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/numbers), [home classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/home-classroom), [Fall](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/fall), [Discover Learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/discover-learning), [Nature](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/nature), [Seasons](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/seasons), [bugs](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/bugs) ## Activities for Fall Learning Fall is a great time to learn about nature. The season change creates a magical atmosphere that inspires curiosity in... [![10 Retro Activities to Teach and Play with Your Grandchildren](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/10%20Retro%20Activities%20to%20Teach%20and%20Play%20with%20Your%20Grandchildren.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/10-retro-activities-to-teach-and-play-with-your-grandchildren) Aug 02 ## [10 Retro Activities to Teach and Play with Your Grandchildren](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/10-retro-activities-to-teach-and-play-with-your-grandchildren) [Games](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/games), [grandchildren](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grandchildren), [grandkids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grandkids), [grandma](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grandma), [grandpa](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grandpa), [Grandparents](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grandparents), [Outdoor play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor-play), [game](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/game), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [retro](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/retro) Have you noticed your grandchildren prefer to be in front of a screen rather than playing games or exploring outside? Why not teach them some of the... [![Outdoor science for childcare-3](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Outdoor%20science%20for%20childcare-3.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/3-outdoor-science-experiments-for-your-program) Jul 13 ## [3 Outdoor Science Experiments For Your Program](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/3-outdoor-science-experiments-for-your-program) [ece](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ece), [Outdoor play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor-play), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [preschool](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/preschool), [science](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science), [science for kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-for-kids), [making science fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/making-science-fun), [science is fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-is-fun), [toddler](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/toddler), [activities](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/activities), [fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/fun), [TTS](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/tts), [experiment](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/experiment) Whether you are looking for ideas for your toddler or preschool program, here are 3 easy and fun science experiments you can take outside! [![teacher-water-play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/teacher-water-play.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/4-ways-to-experiment-with-water-in-and-out-of-the-classroom) Jul 06 ## [4 Ways to Experiment with Water In and Out of the Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/4-ways-to-experiment-with-water-in-and-out-of-the-classroom) [At Home](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/at-home), [Childcare](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/childcare), [Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/classroom), [ece](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ece), [learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/learning), [School age](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/school-age), [Home](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/home), [before and after school](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/before-and-after-school), [ideas](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ideas), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [preschool](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/preschool), [science](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science), [science for kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-for-kids), [scientific](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/scientific), [water](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/water), [making science fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/making-science-fun), [problem solving](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/problem-solving), [science is fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-is-fun), [sensory](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/sensory), [sensory play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/sensory-play), [toddler](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/toddler), [teacher](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teacher), [kindergarten](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/kindergarten), [kid](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/kid), [activities](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/activities), [experiment](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/experiment) It's summertime, it's hot, and we are thinking all about WATER! [![childcare-water-play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/childcare-water-play.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/5-benefits-of-water-play) Jul 06 ## [5 Benefits of Water Play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/5-benefits-of-water-play) [ece](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ece), [Outdoor play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor-play), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [science for kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-for-kids), [water](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/water), [language](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/language), [making science fun](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/making-science-fun), [math](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/math), [problem solving](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/problem-solving), [sensory play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/sensory-play), [activities](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/activities), [TTS](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/tts), [Kodo Kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/kodo-kids) Provide opportunities to sieve, slop, spray, shake, transport and splash! With the warmer weather, water play offers a fun way to cool off outdoors.... [![summer-learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/summer-learning.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/helping-prevent-children-from-experiencing-summer-slide) Jun 05 ## [Helping Prevent Children From Experiencing "Summer Slide"](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/helping-prevent-children-from-experiencing-summer-slide) [learning](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/learning), [Tips](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/tips), [game](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/game), [holiday](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/holiday), [ideas](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/ideas), [lego](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/lego), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [language](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/language), [math](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/math), [problem solving](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/problem-solving), [teaching](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teaching), [reading](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/reading), [literacy](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/literacy) Did you know, 84% of teachers say students forget or lose skills, knowledge, or grade-level equivalency over the summer? Here are some more scary... [![Introducing a Caterpillar and Butterfly Theme To Your Preschool Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/Introducing%20a%20Caterpillar%20and%20Butterfly%20Theme%20To%20Your%20Preschool%20Classroom.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/introducing-a-caterpillar-and-butterfly-theme-to-your-preschool-classroom) May 10 ## [Introducing a Caterpillar and Butterfly Theme To Your Preschool Classroom](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/introducing-a-caterpillar-and-butterfly-theme-to-your-preschool-classroom) [Arts & crafts](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/arts-crafts), [Childcare](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/childcare), [butterflies](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/butterflies), [lesson plan](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/lesson-plan), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/play), [preschool](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/preschool), [science](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science), [science for kids](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/science-for-kids), [scientific](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/scientific), [sensory](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/sensory), [sensory play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/sensory-play), [toddler](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/toddler), [teaching](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teaching), [environment](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/environment), [book](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/book) Watching the life cycle of caterpillars and butterflies is always amazing, especially for children! Use a caterpillar and butterfly theme in your... [![veggie-pops-hero](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/veggie-pops-hero.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/veggie-pops-are-a-great-way-to-introduce-kids-to-gardening) May 04 ## ['Veggie Pops' Are A Great Way To Introduce Kids To Gardening!](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/veggie-pops-are-a-great-way-to-introduce-kids-to-gardening) [Spring](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/spring), [Outdoor play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor-play), [garden](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/garden), [grow](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/grow), [kit](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/kit), [kits](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/kits), [lesson plan](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/lesson-plan), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [teaching](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/teaching) ### **Veggie Pops are a stress-free way to get even the youngest kids interested in gardening.**  Wanting to start your children off with an early passion... [![childcare](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/childcare.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/home/indoor-and-outdoor-activities-for-rainy-spring-days) Feb 23 ## [Indoor and Outdoor Activities For Rainy Spring Days](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/home/indoor-and-outdoor-activities-for-rainy-spring-days) [Childcare](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/childcare), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [water](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/water), [rain](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/rain) ## In the springtime it seems to rain nearly every day, so why not embrace it? Here are some products for your childcare facility that kids can play... [![The-Best-Outdoor-Play-Products-For-Your-Childcare-Facility](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/hubfs/The-Best-Outdoor-Play-Products-For-Your-Childcare-Facility.jpg)](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/home/the-best-outdoor-play-products-for-your-childcare-facility) Feb 15 ## [The Best Outdoor Play Products For Your Childcare Facility](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/home/the-best-outdoor-play-products-for-your-childcare-facility) [Childcare](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/childcare), [outdoor](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor), [play](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/play) ## Spring is coming, and you know what that means... outdoor play!  It seems like we have been cooped up inside for way too long this year, so what... [Load More](https://info.scholarschoice.ca/blog/tag/outdoor/page/0) ### Follow Us