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The teachers' blog

Inspiration and support for teachers

Teachers, educational providers and inquisitive minds - welcome to the teachers' blog. This is a place for all those who are teaching and inspiring the next generation - no matter what age you teach you will find lots of exciting and engaging ideas on all things trees, forests and more.

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Latest posts

Autumn red orange trees
Blog
27 August 2024

Uncover the science behind the changing season, and discover why leaves change colour in this magical season.

small blue scabiosa flower in green grass
Blog
02 August 2024

Our KS3 Science resources draw on Forestry England's expertise in forest management to inspire your students.

Harvester in Savernake Forest
Blog
01 August 2024

Bring Geography topics to live with our interactive and hands on lesson plans.

A group of five school children in the forest, wearing high-vis vests and looking at a clipboard
Blog
01 February 2023

What is Ranger in a Bag and how does it work?

Learning Westonbirt
Blog
30 November 2021

Activities to help prioritise children's mental health in any outdoor setting.

Tree hug sculpture - two grass coloured hands hugging a tree
Blog
02 November 2021

Promoting discussion and inspiring students to take action.

Children holding acorns
Blog
27 September 2021

Everything you need to know to organise a successful teacher-led forest visit. Help overcoming potential barriers to visiting the nation's forests.

Young child in waterproofs pokes a stick into a log, with holly leaves in foreground.
Blog
06 September 2021

Discover five compelling reasons why visiting woodlands with your class should be top of your list.

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