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Events
Nature-Based Learning for K–5 Teachers: A Zoom Talk with Liz Lawler
Join Antrim Elementary School teacher Liz Lawler for this free Teacher Talk about creating nature-based learning experiences for K–5 students. Liz will share techniques for bringing nature into the classroom, as well as exploring the outdoors with young students.
A Gentle Pathway into Bird Studies: A Workshop for Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists Janet Altobello, Jenna Spear, and Jaime Hutchinson for this fun, energizing professional development workshop for teachers of all grades. Whether you’re an experienced birder or a novice, you’ll come away from this workshop with the confidence that you can help your students discover the fascinating world of local birds.
Mammal Evidence Investigations: A Workshop for Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists for this fun, energizing professional development workshop for teachers of all grades. Who uses the gaps in a stone wall for shelter? Which animals prowl through your schoolyard at night? Where can you find evidence of wild mammals right outside your classroom? This workshop will inspire you to step outside and search for signs of New Hampshire's mammals just beyond your school doors.
Nature-Based Learning for K–5 Teachers: A Zoom Talk with JJ Prior
Join Symonds School teacher JJ Prior for this free Teacher Talk about creating nature-based learning experiences for K–5 students. JJ will discuss some of his ambitious projects, such as tapping maple trees, making maple syrup, and raising trout in the classroom.
Exploring Birds in the Classroom for K–5 Teachers: A Zoom Talk with Tina Ramsey
Join Tina Ramsey for this free Teacher Talk where she'll share how her year-long bird study helps 3rd-grade students build skills in science, writing, math, and reading, while fostering confidence in outdoor learning.
Exploring Nature with Young Children: A Workshop for Pre-K–2nd Grade Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists for a hands-on workshop to spark fresh ideas for outdoor spring teaching. Discover creative activities, from story cloths to sensory games, and connect with peers while preparing to explore nature with young children.
A Gentle Pathway into Bird Studies: A Workshop for Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists Jenna Spear and Jaime Hutchinson for this fun, energizing professional development workshop for teachers of all grades. Whether you’re an experienced birder or a novice, you’ll come away from this workshop with the confidence that you can help your students discover the fascinating world of local birds.
Starting the School Year with Nature as Your Co-Teacher
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists Jenna Spear and Jaime Hutchinson for this fun and energizing professional development workshop for K to 5th-grade teachers. The first two months of school are the perfect time to establish a class culture that includes focused, nature-based learning. This workshop will kick off your outdoor planning by offering numerous strategies for including fresh-air learning during the school day.
Taking Wing with Broad-winged Hawks: A Workshop for Teachers
Join us for an exploration of one of our most fascinating long-distance migrants: the Broad-winged Hawk! Designed for teachers of grades 3 through high school, this engaging professional development workshop will delve into the wonders of raptor migration.
Monadnock Region Natural History Conference
Join us for the third Monadnock Region Natural History Conference, a full day of learning for backyard naturalists, landowners, scientists, students, educators, and anyone who cares about nature in our neck of the woods!
Mammal Evidence Investigations: A Workshop for Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists Jenna Spear, and Jaime Hutchinson for this fun and energizing professional development workshop for teachers of all grades. This session will inspire you to step outside and investigate the secret lives of New Hampshire’s wild land mammals, right from your schoolyard!
Getting Started with Student-Generated Inquiry: A Workshop for Teachers
Join Harris Center teacher-naturalists Jenna Spear and Jaime Hutchinson for a dynamic, hands-on workshop for grades 3–8 educators. Learn practical ways to inspire student-led inquiry and outdoor research right in your schoolyard.
