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Learning Naturally in the Winter

  • Writer: Admin
    Admin
  • Sep 22, 2023
  • 3 min read

Updated: Nov 19, 2024

September 20, 2023

Winter Toolkit Updates Added November 20, 2024


Our very first CORE Training Event was a success! We had so much fun talking about all things OUTDOORS for the Winter! We're excited to extend Learning Naturally throughout the school year, even in Winter! During this training we had great discussion about conquering the challenges that come with getting outdoors in the Winter and we also talked about a TON of ideas to help get you started on implementing more outdoors learning time as the weather cools down and the snow begins to fly!


To receive 2-2.5 hours of continuing education credit, please follow the below steps...

  1. View the Recording (~1.5 hours)

  2. Reference /Review the Handouts and PDF of the Powerpoint

  3. Complete the Homework Assignment and Submit to Designated Person (~0.5-1 hours)




Recording

Below is the video Zoom recording of this training. This was our very first time doing this format of both in person and Zoom together, so the audio is not perfect. We hope that you are still able to take away some valuable information from this :)




Handouts



PDF of Powerpoint



Homework

To receive credit for this training, there is a Homework assignment. Please spend ~30-60 minutes creating/planning winter experiences to use this winter! Use the lesson plan that is most applicable to the age(s) that you work with, and fill in one week + the 3 bottom boxes (Inf/Todd/Twos) or 2 days + the 4 bottom boxes of the week (JPS/PS/PreK/4K). These should be ALL OUTDOORS winter activity/experience ideas. Submit your homework to the designated person to receive a certificate of completion. When turning in your homework, please make a note of how long this assignment took you so we can give proper credit.


Infants/Toddlers/Twos - Bi Weekly Plan - Complete 1 Week + 3 Bottom Boxes

Jr. Preschool/Preschool/PreK/4K - Weekly Plan - Complete 2 Days + 4 Bottom Boxes



***2024-2025 Winter Toolkit Update***


To earn a toolkit for your classroom, please complete the following steps:


  1. Review the Recording, Handouts, and Powerpoint Above (you do not need to complete the extra homework assignment in order to submit your toolkit request)

  2. Review the below Winter Toolkit Information

  3. Submit the Winter Toolkit Request Form


Winter Toolkit Information


  • Labeling and Storage of Toolkit Items

    • Each Classroom MUST label all their toolkit supplies with their classroom color tape and/or classroom name written clearly and easily visible on their materials. This way, if items go missing, we can easily find their owner and return them to their home.

    • Classroom toolkit materials should be stored within your classroom or classroom’s designated storage area. No materials should be left on playground or common outdoor spaces. Classrooms are responsible for the care of their own toolkit materials, including the responsibility of disposing of broken items.

  • Classroom Budgets:

    • Infants & Toddlers- $100/each

    • Twos & JPS- $150/each

    • Preschool, PreK & 4K- $200/each

    • SA (Winter Break)- $50/each

  •  Ideas of Toolkit Contents

    • Please check the materials we already have and consider tools that you could create or make yourself first, as those are “freebies” and will not deduct from your budget for new supplies! Any materials you currently have that are not being used should be donated to another classroom (if still in good condition), disposed of in the trash (if in poor condition), or passed along to the Assistant Director for reallocation (if in good shape but not desired anymore).

    • Field Guides (i.e. animal tracks/scat, trees, etc.)

    • Sleds

    • Tarps / Wool Blankets

    • Snow Shovels

    • Collection Bags/Boxes

    • Be sure to review the ideas shared in the training as well.

    • Remember… QUALITY vs. quantity…. not every child needs one of everything…


Winter Toolkit Request Form


After reviewing the above information, use the below form to submit your Winter Toolkit Request.




ENJOY!



 
 
 

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