Fostering Curiosity, Confidence & Care: The Role of Adults in Nature-Based Pedagogy
This bonus episode of the Mindful Turtle Podcast originally aired October 16, 2024. To receive podcast updates and other nature-based early childhood education news, subscribe to Samara Early Learning’s weekly newsletter written by Dr. Rachel A. Larimore.
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In this special bonus episode of Mindful Turtle, Rachel shares a clip from a conversation with nature-based powerhouse and friend, Dr. Claire Warden. Dr. Claire Warden is a pioneering advocate for nature pedagogy and the creator of the Floorbook Approach for documenting children’s learning. With more than 30 years of experience, Claire’s innovative methods have empowered educators across the globe to embrace inquiry-led learning, fostering deeper connections between children and the natural world. She is based in Scotland and runs the company Mindstretchers Academy.
Tune in as these two experts in nature-based pedagogy discuss the many different roles that adults play in early childhood classrooms everyday.
And if you love the conversation, be sure to pre-order their upcoming book—Reimagining the Role of Teachers in Nature-based Learning: Helping Children be Curious, Confident, and Caring!
Learn how to integrate nature-based pedagogy in this practical and inviting book. Nature-based teaching is getting more attention in early childhood education settings and can positively impact the development of young children’s curiosity, confidence, and care. You’ll learn to not only identify but also embody the many roles teachers play when implementing nature-based strategies.
Chapters lay out the research and theory behind each role, specific language or behaviors of what that role looks like in practice, and reflexive questions to help educators reflect on their practice. This is perfect for in-service early childhood educators, including infant, toddler, preschool, and elementary providers, interested in more intentional use of nature in their teaching.
Together, Drs. Warden and Larimore have written this book to support educators like you to be even more confident in implementing a nature-based approach to foster curious, confident, and caring children.
