Nature's Classroom: Forest Kindergartens in the Tennessee valley

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Video

This video shares some of the successes of a Forest Kindergarten (a European educational philosophy/approach) in the Tennessee valley. It is apparent how children learn to communicate, build resilience, and live a life filled with curiosity and activity. It is a great resource to share with staff as schools work to bring children outside for longer amounts of time. This video also interviews educators and you can hear their passion for outdoor learning.

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Topic
  • Happiness
  • Social Emotional Learning
  • Nature-Based Learning
Setting
  • Educator Training
  • Early Childhood
  • Family Engagement
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Congregational Learning

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TEPV News Story

Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley (TEPV), Woodcliff Lake, NJ. This online, opt-in, home-based learning model for 7th-9th graders is a partnership with JETS Israel (Jerusalem EdTech Solutions).

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Beth Am Israel

Congregation Beth Am Israel, Penn Valley, PA. Shabbat Beit Midrash grew to replace Sunday morning learning. An array of learning choices for adults and children surrounding participation in weekly Shabbat morning worship builds an intergenerational community.

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A child plays on an outdoor playground

Sharing ideas and best practices about outdoor education.

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