School gardens. Outdoor classrooms. Pedagogies of Place & Pedagogies of Play.

“I have attended some of Megan’s virtual workshops, and gained a wealth of practical knowledge about taking my teaching and my students outside. Megan’s passion for teaching students outdoors has also inspired my own learning journey , where I am creating my masters thesis project around place based learning in an urban setting. Thank you Megan!”

Thank you for being the perfect combination of master teacher and passionate gardener. Your garden series of workshops were among my personal top 5 professional development programs I have taken over the course of my 28 year teaching career (and I have done a lot in numerous subjects!). The balance of theory and practice, the fostering of dialogue and problem-solving and the quiet way you encourage us to try things kept me excited over the school year. I always looked forward to our classes and was so grateful that the Master Gardeners supported your series.

This has been by far the best workshop series that I have taken part in. I came into the series with absolutely no gardening experience and left with so much knowledge. I have been able to apply everything that has been taught through the series, within my school community and have seen the positive impact that gardening can have on my students and the community as a whole. I would love to continue on in this workshop next year, as I have found the experience truly valuable. Thank you so much!”

So much great information, enjoyed it very much! Megan shared a lot of great ideas that can be easily included in our day care programs. Thanks!

Loved some of the practical ideas for easily adding in risky play, for example playing out in the fog.

Through the workshop, I gained more knowledge what unstructured play is all about and the differences between risky and hazardous play. And I am more excited to allow children to engage in "nature play".

Excellent Speaker Megan Zeni! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge on spending quality time outside. It's important four our children and all of us as well Exploring nature, happiness, laughter and wonderful benefits outdoor play. Play safe and be healthy and strong. Thanks for all the resources you have given us.

I learned a lot of interesting ideas and the outdoor activities are profound! This has helped me be more engaged with the children. Than you so much for sharing your time and effort with us. I enjoyed the workshop.