The Learn Effectively in Nature project launched first in China, mid-March 2020, exceeding any expectations we could have predicted. We soon realised that our presence was not only being heard but truly valued. This encourages us to spread the message internationally.
We combine different forms of support to accompany you all year round, explaining how to provides continuous provision with nature and supports children's holistic learning and development.
INSPIRATION BANK
52 WEEKS
30 MINUTES EVERY WEEK
EDUCATION NARRATIVE OF NATURE-BASED PEDAGOGY
11 KEYNOTE SPEECH FROM 6 COUNTRIES
VERONICA GREEN
Veronica is the founder of Ronnie's Preschool and inspires fellow educators to discover their own innate wonder, through a wealth of self-reflective professional development tools.
ANGIE JENKINS
Director and Pedagogical Coordinator
Angie's professional passions lie both in the advocacy for the rights of children as well as the natural world. She weave these two passions together by founding Kennesaw Mountain Nature Preschool.
ANNIE DAVY
Author, Independent Coach and Community Catalyst
Annie has worked in, teaching, inspection, writing, coaching and is currently working freelance as a strategic development consultant. Annie is passionate about re-wilding and connecting to nature. Her latest publication is 'A Sense of Place: Mindful Practice Outdoors'.
GREG BOTTRILL
Author, Creator, Consultant
Known for some of the most thought-provoking publications of modern times 'Can I Go and Play Now? - Rethinking Early Years' & 'School and the Magic of Children'. Greg shares nothing but a truly magical outlook on the importance of play, and explains the concept of teaching from the soul.
DR RUTH WILSON
Author, Research Library Curator
The focus of Ruth's work is on early childhood education, connecting children with nature, and spirituality. She has written several books and numerous articles for academic and general audience. In 2007, she received a life-time achievement award from the National Arbor Day Foundation.
DR MINE CONKBAYIR
Lecturer, Author and Trainer
Mine is the winner of the Nursery Management Today (NMT) Top 5 Most Inspirational People in Childcare Award. Along with her publication 'Early Childhood and Neuroscience: Theory, research and implications for practice', she has developed the 'Keep Your Cool Toolbox' app.
SUZANNE AXLESSON
Early Childhood Consultant
Suzanne has been working with children in a variety of ways: private tutor, home-language educator, in schools and preschools and as an educational consultant. She supports preschools to reflect on their interactions with children, learning and play and the democratic process - and training teachers through workshops, presentations and lectures.
TOM SHEA
Imaginator, developer, learning enabler
Tom has worked with and for children since 1968. His main influences are Lady Allen, Elinor Goldschmidt, Reggio Emilia and A S Neil. He fuels a diverse range of projects and initiatives, including, International Play Iceland, Child First day nurseries, Fafunia, The New Factory, The Organic Child, Imynda & The Bunk Cot company.
DR KATHRYN MURRAY
Global Speaker, Education Coach, Parent Guide
Kathryn is the Founder and CEO of Future Strong Education. She works throughout Australia, Europe, North America, Indonesia and Asia. Her passion is to support adults so that the children they parent or teach will have the best possible start to a life that is Future Strong!
RACHEL TIDD
Home Schooler, Author
Rachel holds a masters degree in Elementary and Special Education and a B.S in Environmental Science and Forestry. She is the author of the Wild Math Curriculum, a leading proponent of integrating the outdoors and natural materials within math education.
AMANDA BRADLEY
Waldorf Educator, Artist
Amanda holds a bachelor of education specialising in Steiner education from AUT in New Zealand. She is busy writing a children's book, launching online craft sessions 'Silvercap Crafts' and hosts her 'Holistic Human' podcast all whilst being a stay at home Waldorf mama. Amanda is a firm believer of how the child IS the curriculum, through attentive observation, the child reveals to the teacher what it is they need in order to flourish and reach their unique potential.
GUIDE BOOKS
4 SEASONAL GUIDE BOOKS
WITH WEEKLY
practical ideas & reflection article
& reading list & working together with parents format
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DIGITAL TEMPLATE
4 SEASONAL TEMPLATE
WITH WEEKLY DOCUMENTATION
to make your own LEiN plan
to document your observation and children's progress
to acknowledge children's voice
COMMUNITY PLATFORM
Track your learning
Link to other materials
Connect with other participants
LIVE SESSIONS
24 LIVE SESSIONS FOR STRONG SUPPORT:
Q&A WITH SPEAKERS
EYIA GRADUATES SHARING AND STRATEGY SUPPORT
GRADUATE
CPDSO & EYIA CERTIFICATE
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EYIA BADGE
with individual code
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6 months free EYIA membership
