Science inquiry based learning using the complete Rooted In Wonder curriculum is not only low prep, and easy to use, but also includes intentional learning concepts that young students love! The teacher lessons provided in this curriculum take all the guesswork out of teaching! Additionally, blog post connections will help
What is nature based education? We are breaking down the middle of the alphabet to help get a better understanding of nature based education. I is for intentional learning. A teachable moment is not something that you can plan for; rather, it is a fleeting opportunity that must be sensed
When we think about nature based ideas for learning many times it’s all about plants and creepy crawlies. In this series, I am going to break down the ideas letter by letter and show you how to apply nature-based ideas to any classroom, in any program. A is for authors:
2 weeks of hands-on activities designed for either at home or in the classroom. Using what you have on hand and getting students back into the swing of intentional activities. I have compiled a list of 20 hands-on activities that you could share with families and add to your own
Reset your life in a few simple steps, is it possible? When it comes to teaching the answer is yes. Resetting your life during a long break like summer or over a holiday is easy when you take action before the break. When your classroom is designed with intentionality the
Calm the chaos of the classroom to actually help all students, teachers, and admin. First, what is chaos, why is it a problem, how does it affect both the students and teachers? Chaos is described as a state of utter confusion. This description is perfect to describe many classroom environments.
Holiday gift guides are all over social media right now. And I wanted to make sure you had some inspiration for the early educators, nature lovers, and young students in your lives. If the last few years have taught us anything, it is this: getting back to basics is a
Classroom Tips, Truths, and Random Facts… Classroom Tip Number 1: How to unclog a toilet is a class you can take at Home Depot designed for new homeowners. It will come in handy during circle time. How to remove live animals from the playground. Especially when animal control is busy
A classroom transformation isn’t a new idea for early education platforms. Teachers like to transform their learning environments to keep things fresh and exciting. However, in today’s climate, classroom transformations are a real necessity to keep our students healthy. In the last few weeks, my program has gone from a
Outdoor learning opportunities provide a backdrop for practicing literacy skills. As well as a larger deeper language and vocabulary. Children begin to learn about the world around them in the outdoor learning environment. If we want children to move mountains we first need to let them out of their chairs.
Nature-loving educator, early childhood mentor, and self-proclaimed creepy crawlie enthusiast.
For nearly two decades, I’ve helped early educators reimagine what’s possible inside traditional classrooms, supporting play, nature, and calm in environments that often feel anything but.
But that isn’t where my journey started…
There are a lot of programs that teach play.
Some that teach nature.
And plenty that promise to help you “hack” your schedule.
But Teach the TK Way is the only method that does all three;
with full support for traditional classrooms, district expectations, shared spaces, and real-life teachers.
Here, you don’t have to choose between worksheets and wonder.
You don’t have to burn out trying to fit someone else’s vision.
We work with what you have, and grow something beautiful from there.
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