A wonderful range of spring activities, which have been tried and tested by Katy Leitch and Lizzie Bacon on behalf of OWLNEG formally NE FEI. 

Topics include multi-purpose forestry, climate change, world biomes and variety in plants. This CD-ROM, which contains 10 interactive PowerPoint presentations plus work sheets, is focused on Standard Grade and Higher Biology and Geography and can be ordered (free of charge) through the Scottish Borders OWL Group. Please contact greg.macfarlane@forestry.gsi.gov.uk  Although based on the 5 – 14 curriculum it can be adapted to be used as part of the 3 -18 curriculum. For more information on the project history and its content please download the introductory notes (link below).

This resource has been produced to support teachers who are reading the novel Wolf Brother by Michelle Paver with their classes. Set in Mesolithic times, the novel is not only an exciting read but also reveals much about the lives of hunter-gatherers who lived in Scotland 10,000 years ago.

The resource aims to:

• Bring the Mesolithic period to life through a series of woodland and classroom learning activities
• Encourage pupils and teachers to enjoy spending time in their local woodland
• Support teachers in delivering Curriculum for Excellence outcomes through outdoor learning

Outline of the Tracking workshop run at the FEI Scotland Networking Event May 2011.

The Woodland Workout: an enterprising and active woodland trail.

The resource includes an educator's guide, woodland activities and physical activities.