February Framework Update: What Comes After the Framework
Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared two pieces of my thinking around sustainability education in elementary schools. First, I […]
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From Reflection to Structure: A Sustainability Education Framework for K–5
In my last post, I shared that I’ve moved beyond the survival phase of teaching and into what I call
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Beyond Survival Mode: Rethinking Sustainability Education in K–5 Classrooms
This year, I’ve found myself taking a deeper dive into a question that has been quietly shaping my work for
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Sustainability Is More Than Renewable Energy
I was standing at curriculum night, talking enthusiastically about worms and composting, when a parent looked at me and said,
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Modeling Sustainability Before the First Bell Rings
Happy New Year, Educators and Readers! I hope everyone had a refreshing winter break and a wonderful restart to the
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Native vs. Invasive Species: A Hands-On Adventure Through Biomes and Adaptations
Introducing the Big Idea: Native and Invasive Species This month, my third graders dove into one of my favorite environmental
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Bringing Nature Indoors: How a Rainy Day Turned Into a Hands-On Discovery Lesson
When the Weather Changes the Plan… Pivot! Every environmental educator knows the feeling: you’ve got the perfect outdoor lesson planned,
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Sustainable Classroom Holiday Edition: Winter STEM With an Earth-Friendly Twist
Want to learn about Sustainable STEM and how to connect it to Winter classroom activities? This article outlines three lessons that teachers can use for grade K-5.
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Where Coding Belongs in Environmental Education (Spoiler Alert: Everywhere)
A Compliment That Sparked a Bigger Thought This week, a guest speaker from NC Extension visited my classroom. As she
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Your Three-Step Trail Map to Sustainable Education: Know it, Do it, Lead it.
At The Sustainable Classroom Guide, teaching for a greener future is one of the most exciting and rewarding opportunities we