For Schools & Teachers

Step Right Out!: Engaging the Learning Brain with Inquiry Based Investigation

In-Person Professional Development (Half or Full Day Available)

Empower your elementary school teachers to move beyond the classroom walls and into the dynamic outdoor learning environment! This workshop provides a comprehensive framework for incorporating inquiry-based learning across all content areas. 

This practice leads to measurable growth in student engagement, critical thinking, and scientific literacy. Teachers will gain practical strategies for safe outdoor classroom management and discover how to leverage their schoolyard for real-world application of curriculum concepts. Create a more engaging and impactful learning experience for all students today!

Once teachers walk through this framework, they will:

• Understand the benefits of teaching outdoors and how to maximize them for student success
• See measurable growth in student engagement and scientific thinking because of inquiry-based outdoor learning
• Readily incorporate responsive, inquiry-based learning across content areas
• Safely manage their class’s behavior and learning outdoors

After teachers are trained, students will experience:

• Real-world application of critical thinking, questioning strategies, and thinking like a scientist through inquiry-based learning
• Increased engagement and emotional regulation, as well as a sense of self-efficacy

Contact us for our price list and booking options using the form at the bottom of this page or via email at [email protected]