An Unexpected Discovery: From Forest Treasure to Time Capsule

In project-based learning, a meaningful project can begin with something as simple as a forest walk and an unexpected discovery hidden under a stone. After…

OSİ Book Project: The Forest Goblins and the Magic Recycling Machine

OSİ German Group’s book project grew from forest visits, imaginative play, and the children’s love for their handmade forest goblins….

OSİ Takes Part in Two Inspiring Conferences on Outdoor Learning and Sustainability

OSİ took part in two inspiring professional gatherings, creating valuable opportunities to share our outdoor learning practices, exchange ideas with educators, and deepen our commitment…

Working with Wood: Building a Seed Library Together

When we start a project with children, the foundation shapes the entire journey. At Outdoor School Istanbul, this began with a faded seed library that…

OSİ Children’s Art That Does Not Fit in Art Folders

At Outdoor School İstanbul, children’s art often lives in the moment: in chalk marks, mud sculptures, water drawings, and garden creations that change with time….

Harvest Festival: Seeds from Early Birds (EBİ) Harvest from Outdoor School (OSİ)

This is a story of a preschool journey that blossoms like a garden. In spring 2025, the EBİ children planted seeds in the vegetable beds,…

Learning From Raw Material: The Journey From Wool to Pillow

When working with children, the journey from raw material to finished product is transformative. During our summer camp’s “touch” week, kids explored: “What can we…

The Biggest Project: Evolution from Early Birds Istanbul to Outdoor School

How Early Birds İstanbul is evolving into Outdoor School İstanbul, turning the school itself into a living project-based learning journey….