92. Seven Tips to Harvest a Connection to the Natural World

Are we doing enough in our outdoor classrooms to harvest a connection to the natural world? In this mini-episode we discuss 7 tips for connecting children with nature in your outdoor classroom.1.    Start with Curiosity as it is the first step to active learning.Ask yourself: What am I curious about in nature? What are the kids curious about in nature? How can we share our curiosity with children together?2.    Observe the Child3.    Context is Key which means providing a good space for children to play outdoors.4.    Have a Plan (but throw away your agenda)5.    Harvest the Memories6.    You Connect First7.    Keep it FunCONNECT WITH VICTORIA:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: [email protected]: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1OUTDOOR CLASSROOM RESOURCES:The Outdoor Classrooms CIRCLE MembershipThe Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp Seeds of Inspiration for Outdoor Learning Card DeckFREE PDF Library of Nature-Based Children's Books & Weekly Seedling NewsNEW WORKSHOP! Nurture Creativity with a Waldorf-Inspired Outdoor Classroom 1-hour LIVE Workshop on March 21. COMING SOON!Exploring Nature in Spring Masterclass opens in mid-April for CIRCLE Members.