Letters and numbers in natureBy Bronagh, Diana, Sarah

Making letters and numbers in the snow- children can use sticks, fingers and footprints to make numbers and letters in the snow.

Using sticks to create letters and numbers- sticks/twigs can be arranged to practice the shapes of letters and numbers.

Counting games using nature- as you throw snowballs into the water, you can count as each one enters the water.

Trees and leaves can also be a good way of using letters and numbers- good source for learning to count and practice numeracy

Counting and learning numbers with stones- stones can be grouped together to promote counting and can also be used to create number and letter shapes

Writing with rocks on rocks can be helpful for older children.

Using nature can be a fun way of practicing and learning about letters and numbers.... And its a free resource!