“But how will they learn to read and write outside?” I often hear this question from parents considering a nature-based preschool. Honestly, the answer is the same way they do inside—through play and integration of language and literacy in ways that are meaningful to the child and their play. The fact is, not only can […]
There’s no doubt about it; the COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed education and how we teach children. With the ever increasing reality that many schools will be resorting to full or partial e-learning at home, everyone is faced with new challenges. But, perhaps the greatest—and potentially most detrimental—challenges are happening with the very youngest children and […]
There’s no doubt about it; we are living in a new norm in which the unpredictability of COVID-19 has left us with a mounting sense of uncertainty about financial security and family health and safety. Familiar household rhythms have been disrupted and it is challenging to steer the family ship. Rather than go down with […]
In this episode of Lauren’s Learning Lab, Lauren Magee shares how important sensory play is for young children in home-based learning environments. Lauren’s 3-year-old, 7-year-old and 9-year-old children use sand, water and other colorful, differently-textured materials while experimenting and exploring using all of their senses. Throughout their play process, they learn valuable lessons and their […]
Exploring nature is a surefire way to spark young children’s learning. Children inherently want to learn which is why they’re constantly asking questions. They’re full of wonder and curiosity. The natural world is an environment rich with possibilities for learning and can help children’s wonder and curiosity flourish. In nature the opportunities for new knowledge […]
Going outdoors brightens everyone’s mood, especially the moods of Lauren Magee’s 3 young children. This summer, Lauren’s Learning Lab heads outside for a much needed reset. Follow Lauren and her 3 year old, 7 year old, and 9 year old as they restore their sanity and reconnect to nature, one bug and mud puddle at […]
