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- Today28 min
199: The Legacy You’re Already Living: Nature-Based Education, Outdoor Learning & the Power of Attention
The Legacy You’re Already Living: Nature-Based Education, Outdoor Learning & the Power of Attention What if legacy isn’t something we leave behind—but something we build every day?In this episode, we explore how nature-based education shapes children through attention, connection, and repeated experiences outdoors. Through a story from the Secret Gardens Outdoor Classroom, a simple puddle becomes a powerful example of how curiosity, observation, and place-based learning create lasting impact.This episode is for educators and parents who want to deepen children’s relationship with the natural world—and understand how those small moments become meaningful over time.In This Episode:Rethinking legacy in educationThe role of attention in outdoor learningHow nature-based education builds connection and careWhy returning to the same place mattersHow identity forms through experiences in natureKey Takeaway:What children learn to notice, they learn to value.Reflection:What are you teaching children to notice?Closing:Small moments outdoors can shape how children see—and care for—the world.🌿 Keep noticing. 🔗 ConnectOutdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🌸 CIRCLE Membership Community Connect with Victoria:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1 ⭐️ Enjoying the podcast?Follow, rate, and review to help others discover outdoor learning. Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- 1 weeks ago40 min
198: Beyond the Front Door with José Bergeron: Small Shifts That Transform Family & Classroom Life Outdoors
🎧 Beyond the Front Door with José Bergeron: Small Shifts That Transform Family & Classroom Life OutdoorsWhat if the most meaningful learning—for both families and classrooms—begins just beyond the front door?In this episode, I’m joined by José Bergeron, author of Beyond the Front Door: Embracing Nature for a Happier and Healthier Family, to explore how simple, everyday moments in nature can transform the way children live, learn, and connect—at home and in school.We talk about why so many children are disconnected from the outdoors—and how small, intentional shifts can bring nature back into daily rhythms. José shares insights on child development, the power of unstructured play, and how outdoor experiences support focus, creativity, and emotional well-being.This conversation is for parents, caregivers, and educators who want to create meaningful, low-pressure ways for children to learn and thrive outside.👋 Meet JoséMeet José Bergeron, author of Beyond the Front Door: Embracing Nature for a Happier and Healthier Family. He is passionate about helping families and educators reconnect children with the natural world through simple, meaningful everyday experiences. His work centers on the idea that small shifts—stepping outside, slowing down, and making space for unstructured play—can have a powerful impact on children’s well-being, learning, and connection.🌿 In This Episode, We Explore:Why nature is essential for children’s growth—at home and in schoolSimple, doable ways to bring outdoor learning into everyday routinesThe role of unstructured play in both family life and educationHow time outside supports focus, creativity, and emotional regulationPractical ideas for educators to extend learning beyond classroom walls🔗 Connect with JoséWant to learn more from José Bergeron?Website: https://backwoodsmama.com/Instagram: @thebackwoodsmamaTikTok: @thebackwoodsmamaBook: Beyond the Front Door: Embracing Nature for a Happier and Healthier FamilyYou can also explore more of José’s writing and seasonal nature inspiration on her website, where she shares practical ideas for helping families reconnect with the outdoors year-round. Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🌸 CIRCLE Membership Community Connect with Victoria:Website: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEmail: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagramFacebook Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- 2 weeks ago23 min
197: Playful Personalities: Designing Outdoor Classrooms that Invite Every Child In
Episode #197: Playful Personalities: Designing Outdoor Classrooms that Invite Every Child InWhat if engagement in your outdoor classroom isn’t about better activities—but better design?In this episode, we explore playful personalities—the natural ways children engage with the world—and how they can become powerful on-ramps to learning. From builders and explorers to observers and storytellers, you’ll learn how to design spaces that invite every child in.With real stories and simple shifts, you’ll begin to see your outdoor classroom as a place of belonging, curiosity, and meaningful learning.🌿 In This EpisodeWhat playful personalities areWhy children engage differently outdoorsHow to design with multiple entry pointsSimple ways to make your space more inclusive💭 ReflectionWho is your space inviting in… and who might still be waiting at the edge?🔗 ConnectOutdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🌸 CIRCLE Membership Community Connect with Victoria:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1 ⭐️ Enjoying the podcast?Follow, rate, and review to help others discover outdoor learning. Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- 3 weeks ago48 min
196: Growing Outside with Ellen Grudzien: Trusting Children, Nature, and the Process
Episode 196: Growing Outside with Ellen Grudzien: Trusting Children, Nature, and the ProcessWhat if the most meaningful learning doesn’t happen inside a classroom—but outside?In this episode, I’m joined by Ellen Grudzien, founder of Let’s Grow Outside NH, to explore the power of child-led learning in nature. With decades of experience in early childhood education, Ellen shares how outdoor classrooms can transform the way children learn, grow, and connect.We talk about what it really looks like to trust children, embrace all-weather learning, and create space for curiosity to lead.✨ In This Episode:The story behind Let’s Grow Outside NHWhat child-led learning looks like in practiceThe impact of outdoor education on confidence and independenceNavigating concerns around safety, weather, and academicsSimple ways to bring more nature-based learning into your day🌱 TakeawayYou don’t need a forest to get started—just a shift in mindset, a willingness to slow down, and trust in the process.🔗 Learn More from Let's Grow Outsidehttps://www.letsgrowoutsidenh.com/email to ellen@letsgrowoutsidenh.com🌼 ShareIf you enjoyed this episode, follow the show and share it with an educator or parent who believes in the power of learning beyond the classroom.Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🌸 CIRCLE Membership Community Connect with Victoria:WEBSITE www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagramFacebookPlease take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- 4 weeks ago48 min
195: How Outdoor Classrooms Are Rewiring the Way We Think | The Nature Embedded Mind with Julie Brams
🌿 How Outdoor Classrooms Are Rewiring the Way We Think: The Nature Embedded Mind with Julie BramsWhat if the way we think—and teach—could actually heal both ourselves and the planet?In this episode, I sit down with Julie Brams, author of The Nature Embedded Mind, to explore how a “nature embedded mind” can transform education, outdoor classrooms, and the way children—and adults—relate to the world around them.We dive into why outdoor classrooms aren’t just a nice-to-have—they’re a powerful tool for reshaping thinking, fostering connection, and inspiring curiosity. Julie shares insights on how reconnecting with nature influences how we learn, play, and solve problems, and why this matters now more than ever.✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:What a “nature embedded mind” really means and why it mattersHow outdoor classrooms can shape not just learning, but thinking itselfHow children naturally understand connection—and how educators can nurture itSimple ways teachers can bring this mindset into daily practiceWhy reconnecting with nature is key to healing ourselves and our planetThis conversation is an invitation to step outside—literally and metaphorically—and see how thinking differently can open up new possibilities for teaching, learning, and living. 🌱 Julie Brams Resources & LinksLearn more about Julie Brams and The Nature Embedded Mind HEREwww.experienceelemental.comIG @juliebramslmftFB Julie Brams LMFT- Psychotherapy & Insight Meditationjulieann.brams@experienceelemental.com Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🌸 CIRCLE Membership Community Connect with Victoria:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- Apr 14, 202614 min
194: The Outdoor Classroom Is Already Beautiful: Noticing & Using What’s Around You
🎙️ The Outdoor Classroom Is Already Beautiful: Noticing & Using What’s Around You🌿 After a trip to Ithaca, New York and its stunning waterfalls, I found myself reflecting on why nature feels so powerful when we travel—but so easy to overlook at home.In this episode, I explore how to bring that same sense of awe into our outdoor classrooms, no matter where we are. Because meaningful outdoor learning isn’t about the location—it’s about how we help students notice, slow down, and connect.✨ In This Episode:Why awe matters in learningHow to reframe everyday outdoor spacesSimple ways to build noticing and wonder with students💭 Key TakeawayThe magic isn’t in the place—it’s in the noticing.⭐ Enjoyed This Episode?Follow, rate, and share to help more educators bring learning outside. Join the Outdoor Classrooms Community:Want to continue the conversation, access our workshop library, or collaborate with like-minded educators?👉 Join the CIRCLE Membership and grow into a more confident, connected outdoor classroom leader. FREE Outdoor Classroom Resources: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page) Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links:🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🎓 Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp🎓 Seasonal Masterclass Bundle🎓 Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course🌸 CIRCLE Membership for Educators🌿 30-Day Gratitude in Nature Challenge🌸 1-hour Online Workshop Library Connect with Victoria:WEBSITE: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEMAIL: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagram: instagram.com/outdoor_classrooms/Facebook: Facebook.com/OutdoorClassrooms1Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!
- Apr 7, 202625 min
193: What If? Reimagining Education Through Play, Nature, and Outdoor Classrooms
🎙️ What If? Reimagining Education Through Play, Nature, and Possibility🌿 Episode DescriptionWhat if we let children be children… a little longer?After returning from a guest speaking experience at Endicott College, this episode reflects on the power of play—not just in early childhood, but across all ages.Through storytelling, real classroom experiences, and thought-provoking questions, we explore what might be possible if we reimagined education through play, nature, and trust in development.What if reading instruction didn’t begin so early?What if every child had access to an outdoor classroom?What if future teachers were trained to teach beyond four walls?This is an invitation to pause, reflect, and consider a different path forward—one rooted in curiosity, connection, and the simple, powerful act of play.🌱 In This Episode, We Explore:The experience of bringing play into a college classroomWhy play matters for older elementary students, adolescents, and adultsThe hesitation—and transformation—when adults are invited to playWhat we can learn from education systems in Norway and FinlandThe connection between outdoor learning, mental health, and engagementHow small shifts in teaching can create meaningful changeWhy play is not a break from learning—but the learning itself🌍 Key TakeawaysPlay does not have an age limit—it is a lifelong human needOutdoor learning supports focus, resilience, and well-beingDelaying formal academics does not mean delaying successEducators don’t need to change everything—small moments matterReconnecting with play can transform both teaching and learning🌼 Reflection QuestionsTake a moment to pause and reflect:What is one memory you have of playing outdoors as a child?When was the last time you experienced unstructured play?What might shift if you brought one small moment of play into your day?What is one “What if?” question you are holding about education?🌿 Try ThisThis week, try one small step:Take a lesson or moment outsideOffer open-ended materials (sticks, stones, leaves)Allow space for curiosity to leadObserve what changes—both in yourself and othersSubscribe & ShareIf you enjoyed this episode of Outdoor Classroom Podcast, be sure to subscribe and share it with a fellow educator, parent, or nature-loving friend.Please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, and rate or comment on Spotify. Your support makes a big difference in helping the show reach more educators!Join the Outdoor Classrooms Community:Want to continue the conversation, access our workshop library, or collaborate with like-minded educators?👉 Join the CIRCLE Membership and grow into a more confident, connected outdoor classroom leader.FREE Outdoor Classroom Resource: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links:🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🎓 Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp🎓 Seasonal Masterclass Bundle (includes Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass)🎓 Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course🌸 CIRCLE Membership for Educators🌿 30-Day Gratitude in Nature Ch
- Mar 31, 202622 min
192: Behind the Pages: The Making of My Book, Outdoor Classrooms Unlocked
Episode 192: Behind the Pages: The Making of Outdoor Classrooms UnlockedEver wonder what it takes to bring a book to life? In this episode, I take you behind the pages of my upcoming book, Outdoor Classrooms Unlocked: The 5 Phases of Confident Outdoor Teaching Across 4 Types of Teaching Gardens.I share the full journey—from the first spark of an idea, to writing and editing the manuscript, gathering feedback from early readers, and even selecting a cover that captures the heart of teaching outdoors. Along the way, you’ll hear stories, surprises, and reflections from my experience as an outdoor educator and author.We also explore how the 5 Phases of outdoor teaching and 4 types of teaching gardens shaped the structure and vision of the book, giving insight into not just what the book is, but how it grew and evolved over time.Whether you’re an educator, aspiring author, or just curious about the creative process, this episode offers a story-driven look at the making of a book, with lessons, reflections, and inspiration for anyone bringing an idea to life.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:How the book concept came to life and evolved over timeReflections on the manuscript editing processStories and feedback from early readersThe journey of designing the book cover and illustrationsInsights from the 5 Phases and 4 Teaching Gardens frameworkLessons learned as a teacher and authorLinks & Resources:Join the Outdoor Classrooms Community:Want to continue the conversation, access our workshop library, or collaborate with like-minded educators?👉 Join the CIRCLE Membership and grow into a more confident, connected outdoor classroom leader.FREE Outdoor Classroom Resource: 🌿 Our Children's Library: 4 Types of Teaching Gardens Booklist (PDF) (halfway down the page)Outdoor Classroom Resources & Links:🎓 Outdoor Classrooms Teacher Certification Program🎓 Outdoor Teaching Bootcamp🎓 Seasonal Masterclass Bundle (includes Exploring Nature in Winter Masterclass)🎓 Teaching Beyond Walls Capstone Course🌸 CIRCLE Membership for Educators🌿 30-Day Gratitu
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About Outdoor Classrooms Podcast
The Outdoor Classrooms Podcast is the podcast for teachers and parents and anyone interested in cultivating learning gardens and nature-based curricula for children. It’s a show that will help you transform your outdoor space and will offer “seeds of inspiration” for playful learning outdoors. Each week, Victoria Hackett and her guests will share tips and actionable strategies that you will need in order to set in motion, manage and grow your Outdoor Classroom. You’ll learn how to implement the 5 Phases of Teaching Outdoors, all while providing a new way of learning for your children! Studies have shown that children who learn outdoors in all seasons “develop a sense of self, independence, confidence, creativity, decision-making, problem-solving skills, empathy towards others, motor skills, self-discipline, and initiative.”Victoria Hackett is the founder of Outdoor-Classrooms.com, The CIRCLE Membership community, and The Secret Gardens Demonstration Outdoor Classroom. You can follow
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