Big Ideas in Outdoor Primary Science takes a fresh approach to learning science in outdoor contexts. It combines new thinking in science teaching using big ideas with our growing need to look after our planet and encourages children to learn from what scientists have to say about issues which will impact their lives today and in the future. The book offers primary teachers the subject and pedagogical knowledge as well as the confidence they need to integrate the seeds of big ideas into their curriculum. To this end it provides models of good practice which exemplify how primary-aged children can work towards understanding some of scienceâs big ideas and engage with important issues related to wildlife conservation. The easy-to-use book covers topics such as: Interdependence Adaptation Inheritance Following in Darwinâs footsteps Protecting ecosystems Full of ideas for outside learning this book is a comprehensive valuable and essential resource for all teachers of primary science. . Language: English