Literature, Leaves, & Little Learners!

1705 Arbor Dr,Lincoln NE 68503

11 June, 2022

Description

Page through great story book connections to some of the most popular Project Learning Tree Lessons! Connect students, reading, & trees! Teaching young children about nature and sustainability is a great way for toddlers and preschoolers to learn empathy and responsibility while relating to the natural world around them! Join the Nebraska Forest Service for a specialty educator workshop focused on picture books, short stories, and literary connections to some of our favorite early childhood Project Learning Tree Lessons. Learn how you can incorporate environmental education into your daily routines, including story time, to engage young children in learning about the natural world that surrounds them. We'll focus on early childhood activities from Project Learning Tree's Trees & Me Guide, an award-winning environmental education program, and help you find new ways to utilize some time-tested activities this summer in your library, childcare center, school, or other learning environment. Participants in this workshop will receive 2.5 in-service hours. Professional Development Workshop Details: - Cost is $5 per person. Purchase a copy of the Trees & Me Curriculum for an extra $18 add-on. - June 11, 2022; 9:30-Noon CST - Participants will be given a certificate for 2.5 in-service hours, a copy of the curriculum, and the background knowledge needed to implement these hands-on, heads-on activities in your classroom or program right away! Questions? Contact us: Jack Hilgert - PLT and WET State Coordinator, Conservation Education Coordinator, Nebraska Forest Service, [email protected], 402-472-9727