Episode Synopsis "Connecting Children with the Land Through Song"

In this episode, Cherlene speaks with Tiiu Strutt, an elementary school educator and artist who is committed to engaging students with the natural world on a daily basis. Also a passionate singer-songwriter, she creates and shares songs that support children with connecting to the land.Learn why Tiiu considers song to be the most valuable tool in her toolbox as an educator, and how we, too, can use song to connect children with nature in our everyday lives.  Download a written transcript of this episodeResources: Singing is Exploring by Tiiu Strutt The Robin Song by Tiiu StruttLearning with Covid-19 by Tiiu StruttHow to Make Gathering Snake by Tiiu StruttHopi Martin's BlogAcknowledging Land by Hopi MartinHost: Cherlene EloriaGuest: Tiiu StruttSound Editing and Production: Alex Maltby

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