Nature Unleashed in the "Design" of the Outdoor Classroom

An outdoor classroom is just as valuable as any learning space inside the school building if used correctly. Join Jeff Cantrell, Conservation Educator as he walks through the basics and set up of a couple of learning stations supporting Discover Nature Schools (DNS) curriculum, Nature Unleashed. The training will cover Nature Unleashed activities suitable for a glade garden, butterfly area and tree id trail. Primary starter information will include the grant's funding for learning stations, suitable plants for a schoolyard and some student entry ideas for science notebook instruction. Participants will be provided with all activity materials they need.

Nature Unleashed is a state standard aligned program featuring Missouri's habitats, plant and animal adaptations and interactions. Educators will appreciate the flow of the teacher guide, and the full color student books and blank science notebooks provided for each student. Topics in nature make learning engaging and fun. Hands-on and inquiry based are the foundation blocks of the instruction; much of the class will be outside so participants should dress for the weather. Educators will need to enroll, dress for learning outdoors and bring a sack lunch.