Free Resources - Nature Play Workshops with Jill Bienenstock
Join the FREE Webinar Series
Looking for free webinars and expert support in nature-based learning and play? Look no further than the Nature Play Workshops with Jill Bienenstock, RECE Director of Education at Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds.
When: The first Tuesday of every month (excluding holidays) 7-8 PM ET
Where: Online and completely free!
Our webinar series is your opportunity to gain valuable insights into outdoor play, classroom design, child development, and much more. Each session is thoughtfully crafted to inspire and support educators, parents, and anyone passionate about creating engaging outdoor spaces for children.
2024:
Reusing Your Christmas Tree - Tues Dec 3, 2024 , 7-8 PM ET. Save your spot!
In this webinar, participants will learn how to repurpose discarded Christmas trees as teaching tools. Let the creative juices flow from fort building to making giant bird feeders and transient art projects. The best part of using repurposed trees is that these materials and loose parts are free and ready for picking in early January. This workshop offers great team-building, problem-solving, and creative social collaboration opportunities. Plus, the needles stay green all winter long! A great loose part to have in any outdoor space.
Takeaways
- Learning how to introduce real tools to your class. Participants will learn how to introduce a saw safely and successfully.
- Understanding the sensory opportunities available when using Christmas trees in your playground. Immediately, it engages touch smell, sound, and sight as well as heavy work opportunities by just exploring the tree and moving it around the playground.
Upcoming 2025 Series: Stay tuned for our exciting lineup of topics coming soon!
