Category: On Tour
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Windmills and Nests: Training Our Senses on the Road
On the long stretches of road that wind through the South West of Western Australia, Trudi and I found ourselves playing a simple game. We call it “Windmill.” The rules… Read more
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The Power of Play at The Yard, Play:GroundNYC
During my recent visit to The Yard, Play:Ground NYC, I spent a day immersed in the world of Playwork with Yoni Kallai, Co-Founder, Head Playworker, and Interim Director. The sessions that I… Read more
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Exploring Joomunjie Land
Earlier in the year, I had the pleasure of visiting Joomunjie Land—an Adventure Playground (also known as a Community Backyard) in Queensland, developed by the Australian Institute of Play (AIP).… 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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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