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Breaking into the Playground

Breaking into the Playground

Written by: Carol Murdoch
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The outdoor learning podcast that is removing barriers to learning for thousands of children all across the world and empowering teachers with confidence, skills, ideas and resources.


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Episodes
  • with Patrick Boxall from Queen Margaret University

    with Patrick Boxall from Queen Margaret University
    Mar 4 2025
    In this conversation, Carol Murdoch and Patrick Boxall explore the significance of outdoor learning, its impact on creativity, mental health, and community engagement. Patrick shares his journey in outdoor education, the role of Queen Margaret University in promoting outdoor learning, and the importance of connecting communities to share best practices. They discuss the Outdoor Learning Hub and its initiatives, as well as practical tips for educators looking to incorporate outdoor learning into their teaching.

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    48 mins
  • with Eilidh Malcom from Outdoor Woodland Learning Scotland

    with Eilidh Malcom from Outdoor Woodland Learning Scotland
    Feb 25 2025

    In this conversation, Eilidh Malcolm from OWL Scotland discusses her extensive background in outdoor learning and the importance of connecting children with nature. She highlights the role of OWL groups across Scotland in providing resources, training, and community support for educators. The conversation also covers various awards, such as the Scottish Junior Forester Award and Scotland's Finest Woods Awards, which encourage outdoor education and environmental stewardship. Eilidh emphasizes the value of networking, sharing resources, and fostering a love for nature among young people.



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    47 mins
  • Exploring the Green Man Story

    Exploring the Green Man Story
    Feb 18 2025

    In this episode of the Breaking Into the Playground podcast, host Carol Murdoch explores the enchanting world of outdoor storytelling. She discusses how nature enhances storytelling, making it immersive and engaging. Through the tale of the Green Man, she illustrates the transformative power of stories in connecting children with the natural world. Carol shares practical techniques for effective outdoor storytelling and encourages educators to integrate storytelling into their outdoor learning practices. The episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to find and share their own stories inspired by nature.



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    16 mins
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