204: Nature in the Classroom with Ernesto Rodriguez: Creating Calmer, More Focused Learning Spaces
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Victoria Hackett interviews Ernesto Rodriguez about the impact of nature-inspired learning environments on children's focus and well-being.
Nature in the Classroom with Ernesto Rodriguez: Creating Calmer, More Focused Learning Spaces What if supporting children's focus, well-being, and learning could begin with the spaces where they spend their day? In this episode, Victoria Hackett sits down with Ernesto Rodriguez, founder of Nature in the Classroom, to explore how nature-inspired learning environments can help children feel calmer, more engaged, and better able to learn. Drawing on his background in school psychology, photography, and environmental education, Ernesto shares the story behind his innovative work bringing tree canopy imagery into schools and classrooms. Together, they discuss the science behind our connection to nature, the role of biophilic design in education, and why creating restorative learning environments matters now more than ever. Whether you're a classroom teacher, outdoor educator, school leader, or parent, this conversation offers practical ideas and fresh inspiration for bringing more nature into children's daily lives. In This Episode: The story behind Nature in the Classroom Why our brains respond so strongly to nature The research connecting nature and attention How classroom…
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