Outdoor Classrooms Podcast
By Victoria Hackett, M.Ed: Learning Gardens and Nature Based Curriculum
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The Outdoor Classrooms Podcast is the podcast for teachers and parents and anyone interested in cultivating learning gardens and nature-based curricula for children. It’s a show that will help you transform your outdoor space and will offer “seeds of inspiration” for playful learning outdoors. Each week, Victoria Hackett and her guests will share tips and actionable strategies that you will need in order to set in motion, manage and grow your Outdoor Classroom. You’ll learn how to implement the 5 Phases of Teaching Outdoors, all while providing a new way of learning for your children!
Studies have shown that children who learn outdoors in all seasons “develop a sense of self, independence, confidence, creativity, decision-making, problem-solving skills, empathy towards others, motor skills, self-discipline, and initiative.”
Victoria Hackett is the founder of Outdoor-Classrooms.com, The CIRCLE Membership community, and The Secret Gardens Demonstration Outdoor Classroom. You can follow her on Instagram and Facebook. To learn more, head on over to our virtual playground at outdoor-classrooms.com.
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148: Nature's Classroom: Enhancing Your Teaching Practice Through Personal Exploration
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May 27, 2025 |
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147: Exploring Outdoor Learning: A Tour and Talk with Jen Gelhar of Little Beginning Learning Center
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May 20, 2025 |
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146: Inside 'The School Garden Curriculum' with Author Kaci Rae Christopher
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May 13, 2025 |
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145: Seasonal Mastery: Enhancing Outdoor Learning Year-Round
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May 06, 2025 |
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144: More than a Tomato Plant: Engaging the Players with Sandra Duncan and Clare Nugent
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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143: Seasonal Activities for Outdoor Classrooms: Spring into Learning
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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142: Thriving in Nature: Dr. Michelle Borba on Cultivating Resilient and Empathetic Kids
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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141: Nurturing Wonder: Suzette Salmon on Nature-Based Learning and Overcoming Daycare Burnout
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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140: Empowering Eco-Minds: Planet Bonehead's Revolution in Environmental Education
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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139: Nature's Classroom: Montessori Magic at Harborlight with Elisa Pitkin
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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138: Nature is the HEART of the Story with Jodi Simpson
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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137: The Role of Imagination in Ecological Education with Dr. Gillian Judson
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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136: Unexpected Beginnings: My Outdoor Classroom Story
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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135: The Importance of a Mark: Nature-based Journaling with Amy Wood
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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134: A Journey through the Landscape of Inquiry Outdoors with Kath Murdoch
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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133: Strength in Play: Kids Engaging in Heavy Work Outdoors with Jaala Shaw from GORUCK Tribe Kids
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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132: Beyond the Four Walls: Embracing Nature in Education with Maxine and Brianna from Buena Vista School
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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131: Reimagining the Role of Teachers in Nature-based Learning with Rachel Larimore and Claire Warden
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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130: The Power of Play: A Conversation with Rae Pica
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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129: Nature's Classroom: Unleashing the Science Behind Outdoor Learning
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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128: Unlocking Creativity & Inquiry Outdoors: The Power of Play Playlist
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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127: Beyond SMART: Goals Rooted in Outdoor Classrooms
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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126: Forest Kindergarten Adventures with Ann Ranger at the SHED Children’s Campus
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Oct 15, 2024 |
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125: Seeds of Change: Growing Educational Gardens with Leila Mireskandari founder of Kids Growing City
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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124: Nature’s Playlist: Weaving Frameworks, Pedagogy, and Schemas into Outdoor Play
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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123: Unlocking the Outdoors: Teacher Certification Program
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Sep 24, 2024 |
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122: Discover Nature’s Hidden Gems: An Outdoor Classroom Tour & Talk with Emma Donnelly at the Chicago Botanic Gardens
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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121. The Transformative Power of Nature-Based Education Workshops for Teachers
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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120: Beyond the Classroom: Innovative Environmental Education with Julie Travaglini
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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119: Don't Just Listen – Experience Buddy Builders Outdoors for Real Impact
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Aug 30, 2024 |
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118: End of Summer Special: Top 5 Podcasts Playlist
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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117: The Power of Persistence in Outdoor Classrooms
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Aug 20, 2024 |
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116: The Answer is YES, The Question is HOW with Andy Webster from the Walden Project
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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115: Legacy of Bloom: Family Tales of Gardening with the Hacketts
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Jul 23, 2024 |
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114: Balanced and Barefoot: Q&A with Author Angela Hanscom
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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113: Roots of Learning: Nature in Elementary Science Education with Victoria Zablocki from Naturally Teaching
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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112: Day Four: Growing Minds: Gardens as Outdoor Learning Stations
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Jun 28, 2024 |
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111. Day Three: Cultivating Creativity: Gardens for Art & Beauty
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Jun 27, 2024 |
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110: Day Two: The Edible Eden: Gardens that Feed
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Jun 26, 2024 |
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109: Day One: Unveiling the Secrets of Summer Wildlife Gardens
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Jun 25, 2024 |
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108: Unlock the Secrets of Summer Teaching Gardens: FREE 5-Day LIVE Event
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Jun 18, 2024 |
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107: Outdoor Classroom CIRCLE Book Club: #2 Balanced and Barefoot by Angela Hanscom
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Jun 11, 2024 |
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106: Tuning in to Outdoor Play with Meagan Duncan from Connected Kids Thrive
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May 28, 2024 |
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105: Equitable Access to Nature: Breaking Barriers with Mandy Slavik from the Boston Outdoor Preschool Network
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May 14, 2024 |
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104: Releasing the Artist Within: A Children's Outdoor Art Show with Laura Delgado from The Montessori Tree
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May 07, 2024 |
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103: The Future of Outdoor Learning: Adapting to Change
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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102: Revitalizing Tradition: A Journey with The Secret Garden That Feeds
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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101: Therapeutic Forest School: Perspectives on Nature-Based Wellness with Tamara Wineland from AdventureME & Trek Outdoors
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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100: One Hundred Episode CELEBRATION!!!
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Apr 18, 2024 |
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99: Starting a Nature School with CIRCLE Member Katie Minor from Wonderforest School
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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98: Exploring Nature in Spring: A Masterclass
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Apr 11, 2024 |
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97: Inquiry-Based Learning in an Outdoor Classroom with Edwina Cottino
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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96: Five Ways to Introduce Poetry into the Outdoor Classroom
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Apr 04, 2024 |
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95. Legacy Of Impact: Changing The Face Of Public Education Through Outdoor Classrooms with Jodi Simpson
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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94: Massachusetts Environmental Education Conference
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Mar 28, 2024 |
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93: Ignite Outdoor Learning & Try Something New Everyday
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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92. Seven Tips to Harvest a Connection to the Natural World
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Mar 21, 2024 |
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91: Connect with Nature in a Disconnected World with Robyn Broudie from Roots 2 Rise
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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90: Five Steps to Grow Holistic Development, Health and Well-Being in your Outdoor Classroom
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Mar 14, 2024 |
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89. Explore, Create and Play with Charlotte Ellis from Seasons: A Tour and Talk
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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88. Plant Seeds of Wonder
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Mar 07, 2024 |
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87. Wintergarden with Author Janet Fox
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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86. Growing a Forest School with Bianca Hagen from Hidden Valley Forest School
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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85: Lessons Learned from the Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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84. Eight Ways to use Technology in Nature?
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Feb 22, 2024 |
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83: Delivering Technology to Assess and Promote Nature Exposure with Jared Hanley from Nature Quant
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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82. Love is Everywhere! Let's Find Hearts in Nature
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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81: Outside the Classroom Walls with Heather Bishop
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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80: Cultivating a Daily Rhythm in your Outdoor Classroom
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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79: Three Pillars of Outdoor Learning Adventures with Jessica Kagle from Kestrel Educational Adventures
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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78. Last Call! Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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77. Reflections from Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass Alumni
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Jan 30, 2024 |
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76: IT'S BACK! The Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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75. Unstructured Child's Play Outdoors with Teacher Tom
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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74. Tapping into Outdoor Classroom Icebreakers
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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73. Moving and Learning Outside with Author Rae Pica
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Jan 16, 2024 |
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72: NEW Book of the Month Inside the Outdoor Classrooms CIRCLE Community
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Jan 11, 2024 |
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71. How to Navigate Licensing a Fully Outdoor Program with Jess Labbe from Village Nest Cooperative
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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70. Sustainable Living and Green Beverly with Julia Long and Shelley Lee
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Jan 04, 2024 |
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69. Be Prepared and Feel Confident Outdoors with Nicole Roma Thurrell from Wild Med
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Dec 19, 2023 |
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68. How to Choose a Word of the Year for Your Outdoor Teaching Practice
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Dec 14, 2023 |
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67. Good Natured Learning with Becca Katz
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Dec 12, 2023 |
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66. Embrace Winter and Shift Winter Mindsets in Your Outdoor Classroom
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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65. Seven Essential Strategies for Leadership Buy-In For Your Outdoor Classroom
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Nov 30, 2023 |
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64. Unpaved Paradise at the Garden School
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Nov 28, 2023 |
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63. Getting to YES! Outdoor Classrooms In Our Public Schools
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Nov 16, 2023 |
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62. Playful Learning at Kind Roots with Annie Berres
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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61: Celebrate the Seasons Change with a Lantern Walk
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Nov 09, 2023 |
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60. Healthy Ecosystems and Community Focused Outdoor Classrooms with Bridger Hahn
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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59. The Link between Nature Education and Environmental Advocacy for Children
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Nov 02, 2023 |
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58. The Big Book of Nature Activities with Authors Drew Monkman and Jacob Rodenburg
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Oct 31, 2023 |
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57. Embracing the Energy of Autumn
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Oct 26, 2023 |
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56. Celebrating Rituals at Wasatch Nature School with Kristy Nuttall
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Oct 24, 2023 |
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55. Green Schoolyards America with Rachel Pringle
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Oct 17, 2023 |
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54. Understanding Montessori Practical Life Outdoors
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Oct 12, 2023 |
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53. The Natural Advantage with Ricardo Sierra
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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52. Three Approaches to Teaching Outdoors
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Oct 05, 2023 |
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51. A Classroom Without Walls at Northshore Nursery School
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Oct 03, 2023 |
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50. How to Add Floorbooks and Talking Tubs to Your Outdoor Classroom
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Sep 28, 2023 |
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49. Eight Schemas of Play for Outdoor Learning
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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48. FREE 3-Part Training Series: Ignite Wonder, Curiosity and Flow Into Your Outdoor Classroom
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Sep 22, 2023 |
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47. Can Technology Enhance Outdoor Learning?
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Sep 19, 2023 |
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46. The Four Seasons at Walworth School Kindergarten Outdoor Classroom with Cathy Boldger
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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45. Intrinsic Motivation in Outdoor Classrooms
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Sep 07, 2023 |
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44. Build Community with the Hannah School ~ Principal Gabrielle Montevecchi
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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43. Reclaim the Roots in Education with Jean Lomino from The Forest School Teacher Institute
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Aug 22, 2023 |
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42: From a Seed of Inspiration CIRCLE Reflections with Ann Ranger
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Aug 17, 2023 |
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41: Bilingual Unplugged Adventure Play with Nicole Marie Majewski
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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40: The Ripple Effect CIRCLE Refections with Member Laura Delgado
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Aug 10, 2023 |
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39. Reggio-Inspired SHED Children's Campus with Linda Shottes Bouchard
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Aug 08, 2023 |
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38. Sow Seeds and Bloom: CIRCLE Member Reflections with Michelle Lipp
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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37: Place-Based Learning with Taira Restar from Emerald Heart Forest School
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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36: Messy Maths with Juliet Robertson
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Jul 25, 2023 |
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35: Barefeet Farm School with Erin Majeske
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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34. Environmental Generational Amnesia: Can We Cure It?
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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33. Little Farmers Preschool with Maia Lewis
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Jul 11, 2023 |
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32. No One Goes Outside Anymore: The Research
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Jul 06, 2023 |
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31. Teaching Off Trail with Peter Dargatz
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Jul 04, 2023 |
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30. The Adventures in Risky Play with Author Rusty Keeler
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Jun 27, 2023 |
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29. Wild Learning with Author Rachel Tidd
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Jun 20, 2023 |
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28. Ten Must-Read Nature-Based Books From My Bookshelf
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Jun 15, 2023 |
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27. Me and My Sit Spot with Author Lauren MacLean
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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26. Nine Ways to Embrace Nature Every Day
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Jun 08, 2023 |
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25. There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather with Author Linda McGurk
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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24. Fostering a Growth Mindset in Your Outdoor Teaching Practice
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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23. Small Outdoor Programs Can Make a Big Impact with Laura Delgado from The Montessori Tree
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May 30, 2023 |
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22. Inquiry-Based Teaching & Learning Outdoors
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May 25, 2023 |
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21. Child-Led Teaching with Rhonda Pollock at the Pollywogs Nature Playschool
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May 23, 2023 |
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20. Grow Confidence and Community through Nature
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May 18, 2023 |
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19. Keep Kids Muddy with Jess Labbe at the Village Nest Cooperative Nature School
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May 16, 2023 |
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18. Imagine If Teaching Outdoors Was The Norm?
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May 11, 2023 |
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17. Rethinking Nature Pedagogy in Higher Education with April Zakjo
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May 09, 2023 |
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16. Teaching Patience Through Nature Study
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May 04, 2023 |
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15. Rooted in Imagination with Clare Nugent from The Ferntop Nature Preschool
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May 02, 2023 |
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14. Explore the Temperate Rainforest with Nicole Fravel & the Wildwood Nature School
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Apr 25, 2023 |
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13. The Magic of Mud Play
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Apr 18, 2023 |
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12. Find Nature in the City with the Toronto Nature School
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Apr 11, 2023 |
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11. Get Outdoors with the Outdoor School Shop
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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10. Four Outdoor Classroom Garden Types
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Mar 28, 2023 |
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9. Literacy Moves Outdoors with Valerie Bang-Jensen
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Mar 21, 2023 |
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8. Begin Your Outdoor Classroom with the Child in Mind
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Mar 14, 2023 |
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7. Nature Play for the 7 Senses with Jena Jauchius
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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6. Five Phases of Teaching Outdoors: A Framework
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Feb 28, 2023 |
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5. Mindfulness in the Garden with Jean Skaane
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Feb 21, 2023 |
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4. What is Nature Pedagogy?
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Feb 14, 2023 |
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3. OUTDOOR CLASSROOM TOUR & TALK: The Hidden Valley Forest School with Bianca Hagen
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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2. The Power of Nature-Based Play Outdoors
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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1. How Does Nature Impact Young Children's Wellbeing?
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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Introducing the Outdoor Classrooms Podcast
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Jan 31, 2023 |