Heather TeachOutside Taylor
Loose Parts Nature Play
--- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Megan Gessler
Loose Parts Nature Play
—Oct 26, 2024 Consulting Services --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Natural Start Alliance Conference
Loose Parts Nature Play
Join me in a recap of the Natural Start Alliance Conference! Unfortunately, we lost a few voices from the field due to technical issues, but I am grateful for ALL that contributed—I enjoyed getting to know you! There are so many doing great work to help connect children and nature! --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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The Loose Parts Police: Can we buy loose parts?
Loose Parts Nature Play
on the topic April’s Teaching Tree—NOW Idea Community Plaything’s Loose Parts STEM Kits from Kaplan from Kaplan from Kaplan from Kaplan --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Listen to voices from the US Play Coalition Conference!
Loose Parts Nature Play
—great tool with examples! --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Nüdel Pod with Marcus Veerman
Loose Parts Nature Play
Learn more about an exciting new product that turns your child from the toy user to the toy maker in this conversation with Marcus Veerman from Nüdel Pod. --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Treasure Baskets with Dr. Laura Wilhelm
Loose Parts Nature Play
Book: Basket Options: --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Loose Parts Voices from NAEYC!
Loose Parts Nature Play
I brought a RØDE Reporter microphone to the (NAEYC) conference and asked people about loose parts! They could share anything they wanted—a thought, a tip, a frustration, a product, etc. It was so great to see and meet all of you! Check it out! I’ve tried to link what I can below. Hear voices from the following (and more!): Kaplan Early Learning—Check out the I was part of designing! (check out our —I direct this!) , Washington, DC , NJ Eastern Connecticut State University—, lab school Public Television System , San Francisco, CA , FL FL , PA , Chicago, IL ...
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Loose Parts in Action with Lisa Daly
Loose Parts Nature Play
20% off with code LPIA23 until November 30th, 2023. Find the book at Redleaf Press: --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
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Setting Up an Inviting Space with Little Barn Owls
Loose Parts Nature Play
—we chatted about this! Instagram pages: @lbo_charlotteb @littlebarnowls Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: Loose Parts Nature Play Website:
info_outlineWhy Get Outside with Tweens and Teens
- Less screen time
- Physically active
- Mental health
- Decreased stress
- Experience awe and wonder
- Healing power of nature
- Skill building
- Career exploration
Challenges and Opportunities
- More reliance on technology
- Seeking more independence
- Often more influenced by peers
- Developing identity
- Expanding independence
Tips for Getting Outside
- Increase adventure
- Bring along friends
- Let them plan
- Involve food!
- Family traditions
- Follow their interests
- Connect with groups
- Include technology
- Find ways to serve!
- Consider safety
Citizen Scientist Projects for Teens
Indiana Children and Nature Network—Tweens and Teens 3 webinars available!
Part 1--The STEM Connection and Indiana Master Naturalists
Part 2--Joe Pounds and Authentic Engagement
Part 3--Tips and Resources with Dr. Carla Gull from ICAN
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
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