Naturally Teaching Elementary is a podcast designed for elementary teachers and homeschool educators who are passionate about teaching elementary aged children with authentic and place-based learning opportunities, nurturing the whole child and providing well-rounded education.

Join me each week as we explore practical strategies for teaching science in elementary school, discover the power of integrating science with literacy through captivating picture books, and uncover the magic of outdoor education and its link in teaching elementary aged children.

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82. 6 Classroom Decoration Ideas: How Research Can Help Us Design Student-Centered Learning Spaces – Naturally Teaching Elementary: A Podcast for Teachers and Homeschool Families

You may already be back in the classroom or you may be getting ready to be in the classroom shortly. What's the first thing on your mind? Your classroom or learning space! What will you decorate with this year? Will there be a theme? All these questions may be causing you to sweat, but don't worry, I'm here to help!Let's help take some of that back-to-school stress away! In this episode, we'll talk about 6 classroom decoration ideas that are backed by research including:Changing your mindset to view decorations as teaching tools.Selecting decorations that have purpose.Using color intentionally.Leaving room for students to contribute.Thinking about how you want students to use the space.Thinking about students’ needs.Resources mentioned 💚Episode 81: 5 Strategies for Bringing Nature Into Your Classroom and Learning SpacesForest Classroom Decor GROWING BundleNaturally Teaching Activity IndexShow Notes: https://naturallyteaching.com/episode82🗂 Find activities easily with the Naturally Teaching Activity Index🛒 TpT Shop: Naturally Teaching💚 Get more tips and tricks on the website: NaturallyTeaching.com📸 Follow along on Instagram: @naturally.teaching💻 Check us out on Facebook: @naturally.teaching

1. 82. 6 Classroom Decoration Ideas: How Research Can Help Us Design Student-Centered Learning Spaces 13:46
2. 81. 5 Strategies for Bringing Nature Into Your Classroom and Learning Spaces 09:29
3. 80. What Butterflies Eat: Interactive Activities for 2nd and 5th Graders 09:17
4. 79. Are Butterflies Insects? Investigation Activities for 1st and 4th Graders 10:42
5. 78. Butterflies with Orange and Other Adaptations for Kindergarten and 3rd Grade 14:35

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My name is Victoria Zablocki and I’m a former elementary educator turned outdoor educator with 10 years of experience integrating outdoor education into science learning. During my decade in the field, I coached teachers in public schools on how to accomplish their curricular goals in science with authentic and place-based experiences.

I’m continuing my coaching journey through this podcast by giving you confidence for teaching elementary-aged children in fun, engaging, and authentic ways. Each Monday I release a new episode that introduces effective science teaching methods, ways to integrate science and ELA, tips and tricks to leverage outdoor education, and ideas for math, art, and more. 

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