WILD about Rehab - Growing Up WILD Educator Workshop

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 09:30 am UTC-05:00

Norman Public Library East | Norman

Oklahoma Blue Thumb
Publisher/HostOklahoma Blue Thumb
WILD about Rehab - Growing Up WILD Educator Workshop
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ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:
Fall in love with outdoor learning with Blue Thumb and WildCare on October 18th at our Growing Up WILD workshop designed to equip educators with hands-on, nature-based activities that celebrate the wonder of the autumn season! This immersive professional development experience focuses entirely on the award-winning Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature with Young Children curriculum, tailored for early childhood educators working with children ages 3–7 and classroom teachers leading activities in grades K-2.
As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, discover playful, sensory-rich strategies to bring the outdoors into your classroom and take your classroom outdoors. From woodland creatures preparing for winter, to the sights, sounds, and textures of the fall season, you’ll gather activities that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong connection to the natural world.
Expect a workshop packed with exploration, laughter, and “a-ha” moments as we harvest fresh ideas for sparking wonder in young learners. You’ll leave ready to jump into autumn with lessons that align to standards, support child development across domains, and inspire both you and your students to go WILD for wildlife and the outdoors.
DETAILS:
Saturday, October 18th
9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Norman East Library, 3051 E Alameda St, Norman, OK 73071
Registration includes:
1. A full copy of the Growing Up WILD curriculum guide (27 activities, 400+ experiences)
2. 6 hours of professional development credit
3. Hands-on training in fall-themed activities ready to use with your students
4. Lunch and supplies provided. Lunch will be provided, and we’ll have water and iced tea available. Please feel free to bring your favorite beverages if you prefer something else.
5. To ensure everyone enjoys the provided lunch, please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions we should be aware of.
COST: $15 to cover lunch and supplies. Your presence at this event is important to us. If you’re concerned about the ticket price, please reach out to us to discuss options.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT US:
Jack Hilgert – [email protected] | (405) 613-3835
Kristy Wicker – [email protected] | (405) 872-9338
This workshop is designed to help WildCare staff, volunteers, and community educators learn new and innovative ways to share their love for wildlife with the public. We have chosen the curriculum for younger children (Growing Up WILD) because the activities are well suited for community festivals and events where we interact with many families and children at once.
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