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What is a Nature-Based Approach?

Nature-Based-Preschools
Feature article in Washington Parent Magazine, July 2020
by ERS Program Director, Julie Liddle and Lead Teacher, Christina Blocksom

https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-early-childhood-nature-schools-pandemic-20200925-32nr6tef7vgq5nq7haloxeunde-story.html

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First Day of School: Monday, August 31, 2020

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This Thanksgiving, may you have time to rest, time This Thanksgiving, may you have time to rest, time to reflect, and time to celebrate. #getoutside #getoutdoors #naturebasedlearning #naturebasedpreschool #thanksgiving #thankful #wolftrapnationalpark
Since our usual communal family style meal is out Since our usual communal family style meal is out of the question this year, we have been working toward a special plan for next week and these sticks, collected and painted by the children will be an important part of that plan. Any guesses? Stay tuned. May turn out to be a new tradition in the making.
Photos can’t quite capture the magic, but it was Photos can’t quite capture the magic, but it was, indeed, a magical evening. The Lantern Walk is always a highlight of the school year for staff and families alike. Even with modifications for pandemic safety in place, this year’s Lantern Walk didn’t disappoint. #lanternwalk #tradition #bethelight #autumntraditions #outdoorpreschool #naturebasedpreschool #glimmerlanternglimmer
Scaled down for pandemic safety, we may have actua Scaled down for pandemic safety, we may have actually accomplished our most beautiful lantern walk ever. More photos to come...
Grateful for my wonderful job and the opportunity Grateful for my wonderful job and the opportunity to stand in for one of our teachers this morning for a few hours in the woods with our Acorns (2-3 year olds). These kids are true adventurers and there’s no better place than the woods for them to learn this about themselves. The forest provides endless opportunities for physical challenges that no manufactured playground can rival, along with the inspiration for curious inquiry and playful imagination at every turn. I witnessed all of the above in abundance this morning.#forestschool #getoutside #getoutdoors #naturebasedpreschool #littlehikers #wolftrapnationalpark #kidsinnature #experientiallearning #earlychildhoodeducation
Our annual Lantern Walk is nearly here! We’ve be Our annual Lantern Walk is nearly here! We’ve been busy all week preparing. These are some of the lanterns the children made. They tinted clear yogurt jars by coating the insides with Mod Podge mixed with food coloring. Then they added handles and decorations with beads, pipe cleaners and sculpting wire. The were incredibly focused as they worked with this new medium, and they were very satisfied with the results. #lanternwalk #mixedmediaart #3dart #processart #reggioinspired #finemotorskills #preschoolart #earlychildhoodeducation
“I’m jumping in the rain!” Puddle jumping wa “I’m jumping in the rain!” Puddle jumping was definitely high on the list of preferred activities today, along with muddy sand play, shelter building, and lots of high energy and squealing. The older Children kept warm with lots of “work”, moving large sticks to bolster their huge tepee, hauling pails of water and creating deep channels in the sand...I am guessing there are lots of soundly sleeping children and teachers tonight and busy parents doing lots of laundry. 😬 At ERS, a backpack full of wet sandy clothes is directly proportionate to the amount of fun (and experiential learning) had that day. #naturebasedpreschool #naturebasedlearning #getoutside #getoutdoors #learningoutside #forestschool #earlychildhoodeducation #rainyday #puddlejumping #nosuchthingasbadweather
Good times in the woods with our new elementary fo Good times in the woods with our new elementary forest school enrichment group. I was especially impressed with the shelters they spontaneously built together. Most of these kids only just met, but they seemed like comfortable old friends in this space so full of possibilities! #forestschool #getoutside #getoutdoors #naturebasedlearning #artinnature #leafart #autumninthewoods #natureplay
More Self portraits, this time with mixed media. # More Self portraits, this time with mixed media. #selfportrait #foundobjects #looseparts #preschoolart #processoverproduct #earlychildhoodeducation #reggioinspired
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • What is a Nature-Based Approach?
    • Preschool Forest Days
    • A Typical Day at ERS
    • Teachers and Staff
    • Board of Directors
  • Our Programs
    • Parent/Child Class
    • Toddlers
    • Early Childhood
    • Extended Day
    • DRAGONFLIES: Forest Immersion Enrichment Program for Children ages 6 – 9.
    • Summer Camp
    • Distance Learning
  • Admissions
    • Visit Us
    • Is ERS Right For My Family?
    • What our parents say…
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Tuition and Fees
  • Support Us
  • Careers
  • COVID-19 Updates
  • Contact Us
    • General Inquiries
    • For Educators
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