Author: Daniel Burton
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Redefining Play and Connection for Adolescents
In partnership with Guildford Grammar School, Educated by Nature has embarked on an innovative project to bring play back into the lives of Year 7 students through an Adventure Playground.… Read more
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David Sobel: Key Takeaways from our Discussion
In a recent episode of Campfire Conversations, I chatted with environmental educator David Sobel. We explored the foundational concepts that drive his approach to nature-based education, as well as the… Read more
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Reflections from Ontario: Risk, Play, and Nature Connection
This October, as part of my USA and Canada speaking tour, I had the pleasure of visiting Toronto and Hamilton in Ontario. These visits were filled with opportunities to connect with passionate educators. We… Read more
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A Visit with David Sobel and Jennifer Kramer: Exploring Nature, Education, and Connection in New Hampshire’s Monadnock Region
A highlight of my USA/Canada tour was visiting the Monadnock region of New Hampshire, where I had the opportunity to meet one of my greatest professional inspirations, David Sobel, alongside… Read more
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Campfire Conversations – Ep# 30 – David Sobel
Join Daniel Burton, our CEO, and renowned environmental educator David Sobel in an inspiring conversation about connecting children to nature through thoughtful design. In this video, they dive into David’s… Read more
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A Morning at Harrisville Children’s Centre: Learning Through Nature and Play
Join Daniel Burton, CEO of Educated by Nature, as he shares his inspiring visit to Harrisville Children’s Center in New Hampshire—a center rooted in nature-based play and early childhood education.… Read more
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Connecting Children to Nature: A Journey of Discovery and Growth
By taking inspiration from Slow Pedagogy, the Reggio Emilia approach, biophilia, and Deep Nature Connection, we can create learning environments that foster meaningful connections between children and the natural world.… Read more
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Realising the Vision: Reflections from the Early Childhood Australia National Conference 2024
This past month, I had the privilege of attending the Early Childhood Australia National Conference in Brisbane under the theme ‘Realising the Vision – An Integrated Future for the Early… Read more
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Reflecting on the 2024 Play Matters Collective Summit: Listening to Children’s Voices and Standing Up for the Right to Play
Discover the impact of the 2024 Play Matters Collective Summit in Perth, Western Australia, as we reflect on the significance of play for children and young people. Learn how advocates,… Read more
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Reframing Success: From Well-Oiled Machines to Thriving Meadows
In an era dominated by technology and industrial progress, the world expects efficiency and precision from every corner of life. The metaphor of a “well-oiled machine” has become synonymous with… Read more