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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textGuest: Angie Jenkins – Forest School Leader & Nature Preschool Founder (USA)Host: Sarah SeamanEpisode Length: 35–45 minutes“Growing Little Explorers: How Angie Jenkins Is Nurturing Nature-Based Learning in the USA”🌿 Episode OverviewIn this inspiring international episode, Sarah connects with Angie Jenkins, a Forest School leader and founder of a thriving nature preschool in the United States.Angie shares her journey from traditional teaching to outdoor education, how she’s built a nature-based school from the ground up, and what it means to let children learn through curiosity, freedom, and connection with the land.Together, they explore the similarities — and differences — between the Muddy Puddle Teacher® approach in the UK and the growing Forest School and outdoor preschool movement in the US.🌎 Key ThemesBuilding a nature-based preschool from scratchForest School philosophy in the American contextChild-led, inquiry-based learning outdoorsSupporting emotional well-being and resilience through natureCommunity engagement and parent involvementBridging the gap between UK and US outdoor education modelsSupport the show
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