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#93: Nature-Based Learning: Outdoor Education and Child-Led Play with Ade Hoffman

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Ade Hoffman from Nature Play All Day as she unveils her inspiring journey from a traditional classroom in Texas to launching a groundbreaking nature-based education program in Maine. Ade's experiences with European outdoor schools sparked a vision for an educational model that emphasizes outdoor play and practical skills, moving beyond the four walls of conventional learning. Discover how the challenges of COVID-19 catalyzed her transition to homeschooling support and ultimately led to the establishment of a licensed facility. Ade shares her candid insights on the transformative power of nature-based learning, particularly in boosting children's confidence and survival instincts through risky play.
The episode underscores the crucial role of play in developing problem-solving and social skills, regardless of age. Ade shares anecdotes of incredible growth witnessed in child-led, nature-based environments, even in Maine's harsh winters. With practical advice for parents interested in initiating similar programs, Ade highlights the importance of community-based groups and local nature centers. Allow your own curiosity to flourish as you consider the benefits of giving children the freedom to explore and thrive in natural settings.
Ade's FREE Guide on Why Play Matters More
Book a Consultation with Ade!
www.natureplayallday.org

WriteStories by Scriptive- use code THSHT33 for 33% OFF! Encourage reluctant writers and emerging storytellers to write their own stories using illustrations from children's books.
Enter to WIN a FREE 1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION by emailing me your name @ TheHomeschoolHowTo@gmail.com

Let's Talk, Emergencies! - Cheryl's children's book, and don't forget
The Activity Book!
The Tuttle Twins - use code Cheryl40 for 40% off ages 5-11 book series
Earthley Wellness - use code HomeschoolHowTo for 10% off your first order
TreehouseSchoolhouse -promo code: THEHOMESCHOOLHOWTOPODCAST for 10% off entire order
JIBBY MUSHROOM COFFEE - code CHERYL20 for 20% off!
PLEASE SHARE the show with this link

Support the show

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Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast

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Chapters

1. #93: Nature-Based Learning: Outdoor Education and Child-Led Play with Ade Hoffman (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Nature-Based Homeschool Education (00:00:06)

3. Exploring Forest Homeschool Programs (00:12:56)

4. Promoting Nature-Based Education Programs (00:24:39)

5. Fostering Child-Led Nature-Based Education (00:30:50)

6. Encouraging Deep Engagement in Outdoor Play (00:39:31)

135 episodes

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Ade Hoffman from Nature Play All Day as she unveils her inspiring journey from a traditional classroom in Texas to launching a groundbreaking nature-based education program in Maine. Ade's experiences with European outdoor schools sparked a vision for an educational model that emphasizes outdoor play and practical skills, moving beyond the four walls of conventional learning. Discover how the challenges of COVID-19 catalyzed her transition to homeschooling support and ultimately led to the establishment of a licensed facility. Ade shares her candid insights on the transformative power of nature-based learning, particularly in boosting children's confidence and survival instincts through risky play.
The episode underscores the crucial role of play in developing problem-solving and social skills, regardless of age. Ade shares anecdotes of incredible growth witnessed in child-led, nature-based environments, even in Maine's harsh winters. With practical advice for parents interested in initiating similar programs, Ade highlights the importance of community-based groups and local nature centers. Allow your own curiosity to flourish as you consider the benefits of giving children the freedom to explore and thrive in natural settings.
Ade's FREE Guide on Why Play Matters More
Book a Consultation with Ade!
www.natureplayallday.org

WriteStories by Scriptive- use code THSHT33 for 33% OFF! Encourage reluctant writers and emerging storytellers to write their own stories using illustrations from children's books.
Enter to WIN a FREE 1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION by emailing me your name @ TheHomeschoolHowTo@gmail.com

Let's Talk, Emergencies! - Cheryl's children's book, and don't forget
The Activity Book!
The Tuttle Twins - use code Cheryl40 for 40% off ages 5-11 book series
Earthley Wellness - use code HomeschoolHowTo for 10% off your first order
TreehouseSchoolhouse -promo code: THEHOMESCHOOLHOWTOPODCAST for 10% off entire order
JIBBY MUSHROOM COFFEE - code CHERYL20 for 20% off!
PLEASE SHARE the show with this link

Support the show

Instagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast
Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast

  continue reading

Chapters

1. #93: Nature-Based Learning: Outdoor Education and Child-Led Play with Ade Hoffman (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Nature-Based Homeschool Education (00:00:06)

3. Exploring Forest Homeschool Programs (00:12:56)

4. Promoting Nature-Based Education Programs (00:24:39)

5. Fostering Child-Led Nature-Based Education (00:30:50)

6. Encouraging Deep Engagement in Outdoor Play (00:39:31)

135 episodes

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