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TairaR

Apr 5, 20212 min read

Satisfying In Every Way

As a teacher, emergent curriculum is often exciting, creative and satisfying in every way. It starts with presencing and listening, which...

TairaR

Mar 31, 20211 min read

My Squirmy Secret

Most kids love worms. I was not that kid. I'm not that adult. I'm thinking about worms because of our recent full moon, whose name is...

TairaR

Mar 28, 20211 min read

First Full Moon Of Spring

One of the names for the March full moon is Worm Moon. Others are Wind Strong Moon and Goose Moon. Recently, while walking along Tomales...

TairaR

Mar 15, 20212 min read

Decisions Decisions

Decisions! Decisions! We all make decisions every day. Should I drink some water now? Small daily decisions are typically not that big of...

TairaR

Mar 6, 20211 min read

Color Matching Game

One morning at forest school, the children went on a Color Hunt. The next day, they played a variation--a Color Matching Game. Is this...

TairaR

Feb 26, 20211 min read

Name Your Full Moon

One of the names for the February full moon is Storm Moon. Another is Snow Moon. Traditionally, the full moon name was given to each...

TairaR

Feb 13, 20212 min read

Messy Yummy Mud!

When I had my own preschool classroom, one of the favorite items was the wooden kitchen. It had belonged to my daughter and was so well...

TairaR

Feb 7, 20212 min read

Winter Craft: Treasure Weaving

The children at Emerald Heart Forest School love this nature-based craft. Whether you make this with your child, your students or your...

TairaR

Jan 31, 20211 min read

On Track

During various times of my life, a particular animal has appeared as a messenger and inspiration. On January 1st, I was hoping for an...

TairaR

Jan 28, 20211 min read

Moon Wisdom

Happy Full Moon! One of the names for the January full moon is Wolf Moon. Another is Cold Moon. Typically, the names are based on what is...

TairaR

Jan 25, 20211 min read

Welcome to our Forest Lessons blog

You are invited to take off your shoes and meander through Forest Lessons, a growing gathering of musings, activities and inspirations!...