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Inspiring Nature-based Early Learning Module: This asynchronous learning module highlights strategies for implementing nature-based play in early learning settings. This course describes the benefits of engaging with nature, explores evidence-based practices that support nature-based play, and introduces a resource library filled with curricula, guides, suggested materials, best practices, and more. This learning module counts for one hour of PQAS credit towards STARS indicator EC 3.4.6.
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Suggested Resources for Nature-based and Outdoor Learning
VIDEO: What is nature-based early childhood education? by Rachel Larimore
VIDEO: What Nature Teaches Children by Nilda Cosco, NC State Natural Learning Initiative
WEBSITE: Natural Learning Initiative (NLI), NC State College of Design
WEBSITE: ECHO: Early Childhood Health Outdoors, a collaboration between NLI and National Wildlife Federation
PDF: Nature Play at Home: A Guide to Boosting Your Children's Healthy Development and Creativity, by Sarah Konradi, Robin Moore & Nilda Cosco
PDF: Head Start Body Start Infant and Toddler Outdoor Play Space Assessment, ECLKC
BOOK: Nature Play at Home: Creating Outdoor Spaces that Connect Children with the Natural World, by Nancy Striniste
BOOK: Nature-Based Learning for Young Children: Anytime, Anywhere, on Any Budget, by Julie Powers, Shelia Williams Ridge
VIDEO: What is nature-based early childhood education? by Rachel Larimore
VIDEO: What Nature Teaches Children by Nilda Cosco, NC State Natural Learning Initiative
WEBSITE: Natural Learning Initiative (NLI), NC State College of Design
WEBSITE: ECHO: Early Childhood Health Outdoors, a collaboration between NLI and National Wildlife Federation
PDF: Nature Play at Home: A Guide to Boosting Your Children's Healthy Development and Creativity, by Sarah Konradi, Robin Moore & Nilda Cosco
PDF: Head Start Body Start Infant and Toddler Outdoor Play Space Assessment, ECLKC
BOOK: Nature Play at Home: Creating Outdoor Spaces that Connect Children with the Natural World, by Nancy Striniste
BOOK: Nature-Based Learning for Young Children: Anytime, Anywhere, on Any Budget, by Julie Powers, Shelia Williams Ridge
Resources for Parent and Staff Education
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
ZERO TO THREE
Caring for Our Children (CFOC)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- Rocking and Rolling - Fresh Air, Fun, and Exploration: Why Outdoor Play is Essential for Healthy Development
- A Natural Choice: Learning Outdoors
- Better Kid Care On-Demand Outdoor Learning Course - Grow in confidence, understanding, and capacity to support best practices in outdoor play for birth to school-age children. (K7.3 C2 CDA5)(2 hours)
ZERO TO THREE
Caring for Our Children (CFOC)
- CFOC Standards Database: 3.1.3.2 Health and Protection when Playing Outdoors
Creating an Outdoor Learning Environment
- WEBSITE: National Learning Initiative (NLI) Infosheets & Leaflets
- WEBSITE: National Wildlife Federation How-To Guides
- WEBSITE: Outdoor Learning Environment (OLE!) Texas
- PDF: Nature Explore - What is a Nature Explore Classroom
- PDF: Outdoor Learning Resource Guide
- VIDEO: Playgrounds to Outdoor Learning Environment
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Safety and Outerwear
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Resources for Pennsylvania
- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources - Education
- Project Learning Tree - This award-winning environmental education program supports educators working with students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
- List serve - PA State Parks teacher workshops and outdoor learning activities
- Pennsylvania Association of Environmental Educators (PAEE)
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Infant and Toddler Resources
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