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Tuesday, October 20th, 2020
Using Urban outdoor Settings to Create Meaningful Experiences With Young Children
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Presentation through Zoom
Presenter: Sheila Williams Ridge; Shirley G. Moore Lab School; Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota
As studies continue to point to the benefits of time outdoors and nature education, making it accessible to all children, in a variety of settings, is of growing importance. Nature is all around us and offers opportunities for children to create meaningful memories and knowledge. During this session, we will discuss the benefits, challenges, and affordances of nature in urban spaces.
Cost = FREE!
Two lucky participants will win a copy of Ridge's book "Nature-Based Learning for Young Children: Anytime, Anywhere, on Any Budget"!
Register for the presentation.
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Winter Wonderland Hike
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve
To reach the Rocky Glen waterfall parking lot, take Cass Avenue 1.5 miles south of Northgate Road to Bluff Road. Take Bluff Road 0.3 mile east to the lot.
Enjoy a brisk stroll through this hilly terrain while taking in views of Rocky Glen waterfall and Sawmill creek bluff overlook. Families welcome to attend!
No Cost/ RSVP to
northeastregioneeai@gmail.com
Using Urban outdoor Settings to Create Meaningful Experiences With Young Children
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Presentation through Zoom
Presenter: Sheila Williams Ridge; Shirley G. Moore Lab School; Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota
As studies continue to point to the benefits of time outdoors and nature education, making it accessible to all children, in a variety of settings, is of growing importance. Nature is all around us and offers opportunities for children to create meaningful memories and knowledge. During this session, we will discuss the benefits, challenges, and affordances of nature in urban spaces.
Cost = FREE!
Two lucky participants will win a copy of Ridge's book "Nature-Based Learning for Young Children: Anytime, Anywhere, on Any Budget"!
Register for the presentation.
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Winter Wonderland Hike
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve
To reach the Rocky Glen waterfall parking lot, take Cass Avenue 1.5 miles south of Northgate Road to Bluff Road. Take Bluff Road 0.3 mile east to the lot.
Enjoy a brisk stroll through this hilly terrain while taking in views of Rocky Glen waterfall and Sawmill creek bluff overlook. Families welcome to attend!
No Cost/ RSVP to
northeastregioneeai@gmail.com