Using the saw

During an outdoor play session a child wishes to play with a sharp stick. The practitioner offers to facilitate a safer way to play with the stick by removing the sharp end with a saw.

Good for looking at:

• Managing risky play
• Using tools
• Effective adult support
• Learning Outdoors

Notice

• How the child is learning?
• Which areas of development, engagement and characteristics of learning can you observe?
• How does the adult support the child’s learning?
• How does the environment support the child’s learning?