Episodes
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Embracing Fire as a Loose Part
OutsidePlay.org—great tool with examples!
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Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Learn more about an exciting new product that turns your child from the toy user to the toy maker in this conversation with Marcus Veerman from Nüdel Pod.
Nüdel Pod Kickstarter campaign
Nüdel Kart website
My previous podcast episode with Marcus
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Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
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Book: Treasure Basket Explorations
https://amzn.to/48OZsEw
Podcast Episode on Treasure Baskets
https://amzn.to/48OZsEw
Basket Options:
12” by 8” by 5” rope basket
Hyacinth Storage Basket
Round Woven Basket
Rattan Serving Tray
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Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
I brought a RØDE Reporter microphone to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) conference and asked people about loose parts! They could share anything they wanted—a thought, a tip, a frustration, a product, etc. It was so great to see and meet all of you! Check it out! I’ve tried to link what I can below.
Hear voices from the following (and more!):
Kaplan Early Learning—Check out the Loose Parts STEM kits I was part of designing!
Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center (check out our Master of Arts in Environmental Education—I direct this!)
Easter Seals Child Developmental Learning Center, Washington, DC
Orange Public Schools, NJ
Eastern Connecticut State University—Child and Family Development Resource Center, lab school
Tacoma PBS Public Television System
Nurtured Inspirations
Arkansas Department of Education
Pacific Primary, San Francisco, CA
Inspire to Impact Consulting, FL
Indian River State College, FL
CTAEYC Board
Bloomsburg University, PA
Interaction Imagination
Institute for Self-Active Education
Dr. Drew’s Discovery Blocks
Kinderoo Children’s Academy
FLAEYC Play Chapter
The Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL
That Early Childhood Nerd
Ivy Tech Community College—brown paper bag
Ooey Gooey Inc.
Earth Friends
Cambridge-Ellis School
Cosy Direct
Scholar’s Choice—Tuff Trays
Tinkergarten
Bright Beginnings by Flash Furniture
Becker’s
Kodo Kids
Developing Minds
South Carolina Resource and Referral
Rise Center, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
Discount School Supply
Super Space
Percussion Play
Dimensions Education Programs, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nature Explore
Community Playthings
Constructive Playthings
Amazing Sensory Designs
First Lutheran Preschool, Ellicott City, Maryland
Childcare Resource and Referral, Tennessee
Jurassic Sands
Red Leaf Press
STRIVE Early Education Services
Little Minds Learning Academy, Michigan
Defending the Early Years
Samara Early Learning
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Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
20% off with code LPIA23 until November 30th, 2023.
Find the book at Redleaf Press: https://www.redleafpress.org/Loose-Parts-in-Action-The-Essential-How-To-Guide-P2795.aspx
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Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Facebook Post—we chatted about this!
Facebook
Website
Instagram pages:
@lbo_charlotteb
@littlebarnowls
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
November 3rd—International Stonework Play Day!
Stonework Play website (Diana’s website and link to her book)
International Stonework Play guide
Stonework Play Facebook group
Stonework Play Facebook page
Rocks/Stone Book List by Carla
International Stonework Play podcast past episode with Carla
Social Emotional Learning and Loose Parts podcast episode
Deconstructive Play resources
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
How not to cheat children: The theory of loose parts
Messy Maths
Dirty Teaching
Creative Star Learning—Juliet’s website! A treasure trove of information!
Loose Parts Play Toolkit from Inspiring Scotland
Outdoor Learning and Play Facebook group
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Fascination of Fire Journal by Claire Warden
Handout (with additional links) on Loose Parts Nature Play
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Beyond Ecophobia by David Sobel
ICAN Webinar about Beyond Ecophobia
Magazine Article
Here is a pdf of a synopsis of the article
Look! Don’t Touch! Orion Magazine
Living Loose Parts Resources
Connecting Children to Animals Podcast episode
Worms, Glorious Worms Podcast episode
Animal Homes Podcast episode
Animal Architects Podcast episode
Squirrel Appreciation Podcast episode
Eggs & Nests Podcast episode
Animals in Winter Podcast episode
Animal Play
Loose Parts Nature Play Kits
Adding Plants to an Outdoor Classroom Podcast Episode
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
“Plants remind us to move in nature time” –Ruth Wilson
Naturally Inclusive by Ruth Wilson
Gryphon House
Amazon
Children & Nature Network—Connecting Children of All Abilities to Nature Play and Therapeutic Gardens
“Nature doesn’t discriminate, it doesn’t make judgments. Rain falls on every child.”
—Ruth Wilson, author and Children & Nature Network research library curatorEssential Reading List
Research Digest-- Nature’s benefits for children with special needsPlayGarden Toolkit
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College
International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education
Natural Start Alliance
Books:
An Earthworm’s Life by John Himmelman
Carl and the Meaning of Life by Deborah Freedman
Compost Stew: An A to Z Recipe for the Earth by Mary McKenna Siddals
Darwin’s Super-Pooping Worm Spectacular by Polly Owen
Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin
Hello, Garden Bugs: A High Contrast Book by duopress labs
How to Say Hello to a Worm: A First Guide to Outside by Kari Percival
The Worm: The Disgusting Critters Series by Elise Gravel
This is a Book to Read with a Worm by Jodi Wheeler-Toppen
We Dig Worms by Kevin McClosky
Wiggling Worms at Work by Wendy Pfeffer
Worm Weather by Jean Taft
Yucky Worms by Vivian French
The Worm Project by Illinois Early Learning Project
https://illinoisearlylearning.org/pa/projects/worm-project/
The Worms are Dancing by Alissa Lange, Lynn Lodien, and Anna Lowe in Science & Children
https://www.ecstemlab.com/uploads/4/0/3/5/40359017/langelodienlowe.pdf
Growing Up Wild—Wriggling Worms by Project Wild
https://www.fishwildlife.org/projectwild/growing-wild/resources/wiggling-worms
Earthworm Digging Activity for Kids by Tinkergarten
https://tinkergarten.com/activities/friends-in-low-places
The Adventures of Herman by University of Illinois Extension
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/worms/
Invasive Worms—Asian Jumping Worm https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestrial/invertebrates/asian-jumping-worm
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Celebrating Special Days with a Loose Parts Mindset—link to the Exchange Article
Additional related podcast episodes:
Natural and Loose Parts Valentines
Autumn Treasures
Fall Fun!
Ice as a Loose Part
International Stonework Play Day
Global School Play Day
Cardboard as a Loose Part
International Mud Day
Rube Goldberg Machines
Loose Parts Inspired Books—list of related books
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Indiana Children and Nature Network Webinar Recordings
Types of Risky Play—Sandseter
What to Say Instead of Be Careful—Backwoods Mamma
When You Want to Say Be Careful—Child & Nature Alliance of Canada
Busting the Myth that We Have to Bubble Wrap Our Kids
Adventures in Risky Play—Rusty Keeler
Thank you, Dr. Joanna Spotts!
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Book: When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski
LPNP Podcast Episode—my reaction to the book
Remake Learning
Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms
The Fred Rogers Archives
Primanti Bros. Sandwiches
How Not to Cheat Children: The Theory of Loose Parts by Simon Nicholson
A special thanks to SLB Radio for audio help!
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Book: When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski
Pictures from the Pittsburgh Trip!
The Mattress Factory
Pittsburgh Children’s Museum
SLB Radio
Museum Lab
Carnegie Science Center
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
Falling Water
Remake Learning
Light Painting
ExQuotient
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Indiana Children and Nature Network
ICAN Play 30 and Seasonal Book Chat
Book Pick: The Sense of Wonder by Rachel Carson
“For most of us, knowledge of our world comes largely through sight, yet we look about with such unseeing eyes that we are partially blind. One way to open your eyes to unnoticed beauty is to ask yourself, "What if I had never seen this before? What if I knew I would never see it again?” ― Rachel Carson
“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” ― Rachel Carson
“It is not half so important to know as to feel.” ― Rachel Carson
“The years of early childhood are the time to prepare the soil. Once the emotions have been aroused - a sense of the beautiful, the excitement of the new and unknown, a feeling of sympathy, pity, admiration or love - then we wish for knowledge about the object of our emotional response. Once found, it has lasting meaning.” ― Rachel Carson
“Many children... delight in the small and inconspicuous.” ― Rachel Carson
“It is more important to pave the way for the child to want to know than to put him on a diet of facts he is not ready to assimilate.” ― Rachel Carson
“The lasting pleasures of contact with the natural world are not reserved for scientists but are available to anyone who will place himself under the influence of earth, sea, and sky and their amazing life.” ― Rachel Carson
“If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder … he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement, and mystery of the world we live in.” —Rachel Carson
Discussion Questions:
What is a sense of wonder?
How do we regain the sense of wonder in ourselves?
How do we share the sense of wonder with our children?
How can we share and rediscover the sense of joy and wonder with children?
What other resources help you with wonder?
What’s the difference between wonder and curiosity?
If you want to witness a natural display of a sense of wonder, just observe a child. A child’s whole world is viewed through the eyes of wonder and excitement. A child has no judgements of why things are so, but rather a child is in awe of life and views life through innocence, purity and curiosity. –Mary Paleologos
Join us!
THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023
8 PM – 9 PM, Eastern Time
Spring ICAN Play 30 and Balanced and Barefoot Book Chat
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Join Marcus Veerman to discuss loose parts and the Nudelkart!
Nudelkart
Resources and Manuals
Playgroundideas.org
Theory of Loose Parts: How Not to Cheat Children
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Listen to Ronnie Green share about dealing with behaviors around loose parts. Find her at:
Cultivating Confidence: Early Years Consultancy
Additional resources shared in this episode:
Michelle Thornhill Schema and Loose Parts
Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ -
Why Get Outside with Tweens and Teens
Less screen time Physically active Mental health Decreased stress Experience awe and wonder Healing power of nature Skill building Career explorationChallenges and Opportunities
More reliance on technology Seeking more independence Often more influenced by peers Developing identity Expanding independenceTips for Getting Outside
Increase adventure Bring along friends Let them plan Involve food! Family traditions Follow their interests Connect with groups Include technology Find ways to serve! Consider safetyIndiana Master Naturalists
The STEM Connection
Citizen Scientist Projects for Teens
Indiana Children and Nature Network—Tweens and Teens 3 webinars available!
Part 1--The STEM Connection and Indiana Master Naturalists
Part 2--Joe Pounds and Authentic Engagement
Part 3--Tips and Resources with Dr. Carla Gull from ICANBook--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms
Loose Parts Play Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/
Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/ Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/ Loose Parts Nature Play Website: https://loosepartsnatureplay.org/ - Show more
