Professional Learning Institute: Nature Journaling in the Classroom

During this unique week-long professional learning institute you will gain direct experience with the art and science of nature journaling and discover how this practice can be used as an engaging pedagogical tool for interdisciplinary instruction that spans science, language, and art.

• Experience an introduction to the world of nature journaling with naturalist, artist, and educator John Muir Laws. He will lead field experiences designed to help you tune into the wild around you, from the industrial neighborhood surrounding The Foster to one of our region's beautiful open space preserves.

• Build connections between your experiences during the institute and content, curriculum, and standards at your grade level with support from Sandi Yellenberg, Science Coordinator for the Santa Clara County Office of Education.

• Discover additional support opportunities with The Foster, Marine Science Institute, and Environmental Volunteers to help you introduce nature journaling in your classroom next school year.

All experience levels welcome.

All participants will receive a copy of John Muir Laws and Emilie Lygren's new book, "How to Teach Nature Journaling" as well as introductory nature journaling materials.

Daily lunches are included.