Storytelling outdoors

This activity encourages learners to take their storytelling outside, using natural settings to bring stories to life and inspire imagination. Reading or creating stories in outdoor spaces helps pupils connect more deeply with characters and atmosphere while developing speaking, listening and literacy skills. Ideal for exploring books linked to nature, this activity adds a sensory and creative dimension to storytelling.

For ideas on books see our EYFS book list.

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Activities (15+ min)
EYFS
English

Preparation

What you need
  • The storytelling outdoors activity guide
  • Books, or other reading material
Location

Outdoors

Useful guidance

Resources

LtL Storytelling Outdoors Activity Guidance.pdf 495.19 KB

Step by step

  1. Download the storytelling outdoors activity guide.
  2. Read the guidance for step by step instructions for each activity. 

Curriculum links

This activity can be used to support curriculum knowledge and skill development in English, alongside enhancing nature education, with age appropriate adaptations.

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