Of all the curricular content I teach as an elementary school educator, music is likely my weakest subject area. What I don't know about music, I make up for in my enthusiasm and expertise in outdoor ... Read More about How to build a music wall in your outdoor classroom
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Fairy Nature Wings
Our fairy nature wings were dreamed up with a group of students who love playing in the fairy garden, but needed some reminders to remain physically distant. Fairy nature wings became a perfect ... Read More about Fairy Nature Wings
Playful Learning Outdoors in June
To support our colleagues returning to on-site instruction in June, we’ve put together this list of ideas for playful learning outdoors in June. You can download a PDF version here: Playful learning ... Read More about Playful Learning Outdoors in June
Homma elementary school walking field trips
This post is written specifically to support colleagues and visiting TTOCs at Homma elementary school. Teachers from other schools are encouraged to make a similar document specific to their own ... Read More about Homma elementary school walking field trips
10 tips for teaching outside the classroom
Teaching outdoors is nothing new. As a species, humans have evolved to learn outdoors. For thousands of years, we have actively learned from experience alongside our elders. It is only recently in our ... Read More about 10 tips for teaching outside the classroom
How to grow potatoes with kids
One of the most challenging aspects of growing food in school gardens is choosing crops that can reliably be harvested within the school year. Potatoes are a great school garden crop because they are ... Read More about How to grow potatoes with kids
