Outdoor physical activity plays a vital role in children’s development – but for many educators, planning and delivering engaging, purposeful movement experiences can feel challenging. That’s why we created the Outdoor Physical Activity Resource Kit: a complete solution designed specifically for early childhood educators.
This professional resource includes an evidence-informed guidebook and a suite of 60 outdoor lesson plans to help you confidently facilitate active play, support children’s physical development, and align your practice with EYLF and NQF standards. Whether you're looking to refresh your program, build your confidence, or save time on planning, this kit equips you with everything you need to make outdoor movement a meaningful part of your curriculum.
Saves Hours of Planning Time
With 60 ready-made, easy-to-implement lesson plans, you can spend less time searching for activity ideas and more time engaging with children. Each plan is clearly structured, aligned with EYLF outcomes, and ready to go – saving valuable programming time.
Builds Confidence in Outdoor Facilitation
Not every educator feels confident leading physical activity experiences. This resource kit is designed to provide the support and structure you need to lead engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate movement sessions outdoors – even if you're new to physical programming.
Supports Children’s Physical Development and Wellbeing
Every activity is designed to promote gross motor skills, coordination, balance, spatial awareness, and physical confidence. The guidebook includes insights into how physical play supports emotional regulation, resilience, and overall wellbeing.
Adaptable to All Outdoor Environments
Whether you're working in a nature-based setting, a small urban yard, or a multi-room centre with limited outdoor space, these lesson plans are flexible and adaptable. Activities require minimal equipment and are designed to make the most of your unique outdoor environment.
Designed for Individual Educators and Whole Teams
Perfect for individual educators looking to grow their skillset or for centre teams seeking consistent, high-quality programming across rooms and age groups. A valuable tool for professional development, team planning days, or new educator onboarding.
The Outdoor Physical Activity Guide Book
✅ Evidence-informed principles of movement in early childhood
✅ Practical guidance on planning, safety, and inclusion
✅ Links to EYLF Learning Outcomes and Principles
60 Outdoor Lesson Plans
✅ Structured, easy-to-follow formats
✅ Activities tailored for each distinct agegroup (Infants 0-1.5, Toddlers 1.5 - 3, Kindergarten 3-5)
✅ Emphasis on gross motor development, coordination, teamwork, and nature-based play
Together, the guidebook and lesson plans form a comprehensive professional toolkit that empowers educators to lead meaningful, active outdoor experiences with confidence. The guidebook offers the theory and practical knowledge you need to understand physical activity in early childhood settings, while the 60 lesson plans provide the “how-to” – giving you structured, developmentally appropriate activities you can implement straight away. Whether you're new to outdoor programming or looking to enhance your existing practice, this resource is designed to support quality learning and physical development for children frin birth–5.
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