Jacqueline WhelanOct 5, 20191 minSpecial PlacesWhen taking students outside to explore the school yard, a common challenge is that they associate the space with recess and immediately...
Jacqueline WhelanOct 1, 20191 minListening WalkOne of our favourite ways to get students outside and observing the natural world is by taking them on a listening walk. It is a very...
Jacqueline WhelanSep 21, 20191 minLaunching an Environmental InquirySometimes a great read aloud is all you need to launch authentic and engaging environmental inquiry. This article 25 Books That Teach...
Jacqueline WhelanSep 17, 20191 minEverybody Needs a RockWe love books! And there is nothing as satisfying as finding a great book that engages students and encourages them to explore their...
Jacqueline WhelanSep 16, 20191 minThe Magic of QuietBeing able to observe and engage with nature requires us to slow down, look and listen. This task is not always easy. And for our...
Jacqueline WhelanMay 11, 20191 minGetting StartedOne of the simplest ways for educators to begin taking students outside and into nature is to bring story time into the outdoors. Reading...
