Forest School nature discovery pack

Nature’s Canvas: Forest School Printable Activity Pack

Bring the magic of the outdoors to your learning environment with our Nature’s Canvas Activity Pack. Designed specifically for Forest School leaders, EYFS teachers, and adventurous parents, this printable set turns the forest floor into an interactive art studio.

By combining simple, minimalist line art with the tactile beauty of the natural world, children are encouraged to explore textures, shapes, and colours through hands-on play.

What’s Included in the Pack?

• Scavenger Hunt Flashcards (9 Unique Cards): Our beautifully illustrated cards—featuring everything from acorns and mushrooms to snails and ladybirds—act as the perfect visual prompts. Use them for a classic scavenger hunt or as "recipe cards" for nature art.

• "Make a Face" Character Sheets: A set of blank, whimsical faces ready for a makeover! Children can forage for "hair" using moss, twigs, pine needles, or colorful autumn leaves. It’s a fantastic way to discuss emotions and self-expression through nature.

• The "Create a Tree" Template: A bare-branched trunk waiting to be brought back to life. Whether it’s "budding" with spring blossoms or "shedding" crunchy brown leaves, this template helps children visualize the changing seasons in real-time.

Quick Start Guide

1. Print & Protect: Print the sheets on paper or cardstock and laminate them so they can withstand damp leaves and muddy hands.

2. Gather: Head to your local woods, park, or garden.

3. Create: Lay the mats on the ground and let the children’s imagination take over. Watch as a handful of pebbles becomes a smile and a sprig of evergreen becomes a mohawk!

Top Tip: After the session, take a photo of the children's creations before returning the materials to the earth—creating a digital gallery of their ephemeral art!