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Why & Wonder

  • EP 01 Cultivating Imagination and Connection through A Walking Curriculum: Insights from Dr. Gillian

    23 NOV 2023 · Dr. Gillian Judson, an educator, writer, researcher, parent, and primary catalyst behind the creation, direction, and expansion of imaginED, joins Klara and Michelle to talk about Imaginative Ecological Education (IEE) which blends imagination-focused teaching with Place-based teaching. The overall aim of the IEE approach is to provide powerful learning opportunities that also cultivate students’ understanding of the connectedness of all life and their sense of care and concern for the Earth. We engage in conversation about her book "A Walking Curriculum" and how it sparked a brand new collaboration with Klara and Michelle, "A Walking Curriculum for the Early Years". For more information on this new book, you can visit https://t.co/HqzuvOMMQJ You can reach Gillian through http://www.educationthatinspires.ca/ and on X/Twitter @perfinker
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  • EP 0 The Redhead and the Bedhead: Tales of Passion, Reflection, and Growth in the Early Years

    17 NOV 2023 · Meet The Redhead and The Bedhead, Klara Redford, and Michelle McKay, two passionate Early Years educators who have started WHY & WONDER, a podcast dedicated to the wonders of teaching and learning in the Early Years. Find out how they met, who they are, and why they started this podcast! You can find Klara and Michelle over on Instagram at theredhead.and.thebedhead and on X/Twitter @kindyfriends and @MsMichelleMcKay
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Welcome to The WHY & WONDER Podcast, a place where we explore the joys, wonders, and whys of teaching and learning in the Early Years (Kindergarten to grade 2). Join...

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Welcome to The WHY & WONDER Podcast, a place where we explore the joys, wonders, and whys of teaching and learning in the Early Years (Kindergarten to grade 2). Join hosts Dr. Michelle McKay and Klara Redford, experienced Early Years educators, professional learning facilitators, and authors, as they speak with guests about authentic and meaningful topics that will spark your curiosity and wonder! From researchers, authors, educators, and advocates, guests will get you thinking, sharing ideas that can be implemented in the classroom tomorrow, and reflecting on the importance of those pivotal Early Years!

If you are a classroom teacher, an early childhood educator, a pre-service teacher, a researcher, an outdoor education enthusiast, a play advocate, a loose parts collector, or a family member of an Early Years child, this is the place for us to build community and joy!
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