Success Stories Discussion - Summer 2022 by Teaching in Nature's Classroom https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr After viewing success story videos from fellow course members, please share your thoughts and reflections by clicking the "+" symbol under the different question headings below. If you are comfortable including your name in your post, please login with Google by clicking the "LOG IN" button at the top right corner of this screen prior to adding your post. Alternatively, you can add your name directly in your post or choose to post anonymously. Please also feel free to continue the discussion by adding comments to fellow course members' posts! en-us 2022-04-19 19:14:56 UTC 2025-10-11 17:07:50 UTC hello@padlet.com Students are involved in all the processes https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226050284 2022-06-20 20:03:34 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226050284 Hearing how much student involvement led to success in the garden https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226050957 2022-06-20 20:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226050957 Garden committee members who want to brainstorm more ways to be involved! https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226051436 2022-06-20 20:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226051436 I loved hearing about the garden newsletter!- I wonder who has access to the newsletter? https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226051772 2022-06-20 20:06:35 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2226051772 Multiple parties being involved, invested and active in the decision making. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2235242495 2022-07-01 17:27:18 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2235242495 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2236657117 Giving students an opportunity to participate and be hands on with the garden with all aspects such as planting, weeding, and harvesting.

-J. Truong]]> 2022-07-04 19:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2236657117 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237690551 Ways to tie the garden into science, nutrition, the newsletter....lots of diverse insprination

]]> 2022-07-06 02:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237690551 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237691513 Dreaming, creating ideas, and manifesting as schools and communities gather again]]> 2022-07-06 02:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237691513 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237692021 I'd love a copy of the list of native plants for year-round flowering!]]> 2022-07-06 02:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237692021 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237693795 Many of our gardens are in the initial stages of growth....and we can learn from each other]]> 2022-07-06 02:17:07 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2237693795 Joy is a common theme! leighfaust https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239142243 2022-07-07 18:32:16 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239142243 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239890797 I found the various range of experiences and goals/projects connected with this course quite interesting. ]]> 2022-07-08 18:12:35 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239890797 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239892357 It seems that successful projects had a specific goal or project in mind: e.g., installing a pollinator garden; identifying a way to compost on-site; having students prepare and tend to garden, etc.]]> 2022-07-08 18:17:34 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239892357 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239893288 Successful projects are done in collaboration (not one individual working alone); garden-based learning is a reflective process--many people reflected on their projects and adapted along the way, or have plans to do so next year.]]> 2022-07-08 18:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239893288 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239894196 Installing a pollinator garden; plant sale fundraiser]]> 2022-07-08 18:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2239894196 ffmisch1 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240393974 I find it inspiring to see so many people in different roles dedicating their time and passion to garden-based education.]]> 2022-07-10 11:23:44 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240393974 The dedication of an individual or a group of individuals to the gardens; supporting organizations; grant money; student engagement. ffmisch1 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240394519 2022-07-10 11:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240394519 Common Themes ffmisch1 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240395029 Passion of educators and volunteers; many gardens are in their initial stage of growth; a number of gardens are being resuscitated. ]]> 2022-07-10 11:29:17 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240395029 Follow-Up Question ffmisch1 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240395295 What are your plans going forward for continued growth?]]> 2022-07-10 11:30:24 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240395295 ffmisch1 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240396123 Incorporating more culinary experiences with the garden. Due to COVID, I have held off on this. Helping teachers to see the curriculum connections to the garden and the power of the space for learning.]]> 2022-07-10 11:34:22 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240396123 inspiring ideas https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240488825 I love the idea of the entire school coming together on a designated day to prepare the area around the school for beds, planting and spreading mulch, etc. what a community builder! ]]> 2022-07-10 17:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240488825 brandes821 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240508338 Gardening makes people happy! Successful gardens happen when people work and learn together.]]> 2022-07-10 19:39:59 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240508338 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240701580 Many working together, partnerships]]> 2022-07-11 03:05:52 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240701580 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240704673 Commitment of adults and youth/participants; starting small and adding on

]]> 2022-07-11 03:09:58 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240704673 Adding a pollinator garden after not seeing insects in the vegetable garden. And getting a grant for this. Seeking out ways to give children the full experience of being in and using a garden for food, beauty and science lemaistremichele5 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240987673 2022-07-11 12:00:59 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240987673 Beginning with one idea which was not necessarily a garden, such as Harvest of the Month from the state Montana), highlighting the state's produce and going on to develop this program with a group of children into school lunches and lessons relating to food and the garden lemaistremichele5 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240988814 2022-07-11 12:03:58 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240988814 I was interested to hear how the plant sale developed among the children. How were the plants grown for the sale? How long did this take and were different tasks assigned? lemaistremichele5 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240990073 2022-07-11 12:06:28 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2240990073 I loved hearing about the composting of students taking food they just ate at snack time and placing the banana peel into compost bin. I want to get my preschool students involved in something like this and start their love of gardening young. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2241167310 2022-07-11 16:59:23 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2241167310 The vast number of teachers involved in garden education in all levels of schooling (elementary, middle, and high school) all over the country. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245375770 2022-07-18 11:59:27 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245375770 Collaboration with others gets the job done. Including teachers, students an community members with different backgrounds. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245376890 2022-07-18 12:02:57 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245376890 rlclausen https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245559985 The vast number of grade levels and content areas is inspiring for a broaden reach and community outdoor classroom for a school. ]]> 2022-07-18 18:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245559985 rlclausen https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245560583 Lots of working with community partners or other staff in a building (can't do stuff alone). Also when things fail, kind of seeing that as part of the process. Then problem solve it and grow with the help of students.]]> 2022-07-18 18:03:52 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245560583 rlclausen https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245561437 Just pure community. Its a place where people and nature just connect]]> 2022-07-18 18:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245561437 I am impressed by the pairing of one entity with another, such as a garden connecting to a culinary arts class. Involving more people and spreading the positive products of that exchange, be it knowledge or a grown crop, is wonderful to hear about. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245602227 2022-07-18 20:01:02 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2245602227 Pollinator Garden kellycdmitchell https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246442542 I enjoyed hearing about how the pollinator garden came about because of a noticed lack of insect diversity in their garden. Sometimes we need to take a closer look at our gardens and see what is missing. What an amazing way to bring great diversity to your garden!]]> 2022-07-19 23:28:11 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246442542 Proximity Matters! kellycdmitchell https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246443597 It was nice to hear one of the videos mention that because their garden was close to the Kindergarten rooms, it was widely used by their kinder classes. It really is helpful to have the garden spaces close to the students who are going to use it. ]]> 2022-07-19 23:31:08 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246443597 Inspiring Stories kellycdmitchell https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246448867 I enjoyed hearing everyone discuss their projects/gardens - their passion for what they are doing is impressive! The hard work and dedication is truly inspiring! ]]> 2022-07-19 23:43:01 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246448867 Managing Volunteer Events kellycdmitchell https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246451807 I listened to Laurie W. describe her amazing garden progress and I was interested in finding out how her school organized and implemented their volunteer days with the students? That was a lot of volunteers and I'd love to see how they broke down the job responsibilities, etc. Great work!]]> 2022-07-19 23:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2246451807 "Using what we already have. " This resonated with me. It can be so easy to get hung up on what, Better Homes and Gardens, sets as an example. The children do not need all are consumer-driven garden gadgets and aesthetics to experience a sense of wonder and learn. -Lyndsay B. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2247091864 2022-07-20 19:36:34 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2247091864 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2248224946 I find it exciting that so many people see the value in garden based learning. Children and adults alike learn so much through helping things grow, and once they do it, it sparks new ideas for what to tackle next.]]> 2022-07-22 14:35:02 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2248224946 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2248227186 I was really excited about the idea of painted rocks. They could be used as a great re-useable tool for something like a scavenger hunt, a texture walk, a mapping project, or just to inspire observations. ]]> 2022-07-22 14:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2248227186 HS Plant Sale https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2253847773 Students generated ideas for raising money to keep their sustainability project going--authentic real world problem solving.]]> 2022-08-03 02:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2253847773 mmoak66 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255923791 It is great hear about how others have come to were that are in their roles. Just hearing the inspiring stories has given me a new outlook on our classroom garden.]]> 2022-08-06 17:12:21 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255923791 mmoak66 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255924258 It only takes one great idea to get the ball rolling. Start small, add on.]]> 2022-08-06 17:15:01 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255924258 mmoak66 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255924716 Passion helps seeds grow. Family background and the joy it has sparked and the need to pass that joy on to others.]]> 2022-08-06 17:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255924716 mmoak66 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255925629 How do you get people to get involved in, I'm have had a hard time getting families to help out. I know do to Covid we were not able to have parent on our site, now I am trying to rebuild to include our families. ]]> 2022-08-06 17:22:57 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255925629 mmoak66 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255925945 I have found that asking for help, has helped me out. ]]> 2022-08-06 17:24:40 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2255925945 Roz Goodman https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256017728 The variety of projects planned and implemented for a variety of ages PreK-Adults presented by the wide variety of enthusiastic outdoor classroom promoters has inspired me to continue my efforts to connect the adults and kids in my community to the joys of learning through gardening. ]]> 2022-08-07 03:05:04 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256017728 Roz Goodman https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256018702 Successes sprung from attempting to solve a problem such as connecting kids to the outdoors, improving nutritional habits or creating an environment to attract butterflies.
Involving a variety of community stakeholders and establishing partnerships with others stand out as a recipe for success. ]]> 2022-08-07 03:09:39 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256018702 Roz Goodman https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256019301 1. Passion for connecting others to the joys of gardening.
2. Trying new things and learning from successes and things that didn't turn out as expected. 
3. The value of reaching out to other people and organizations to help achieve goals.
4. The feeling of pride in accomplishments. ]]> 2022-08-07 03:13:25 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256019301 Roz Goodman https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256020062 I would be interested in seeing the lessons created by Kimberley's (Helena MT) Harvest of the Month program. ]]> 2022-08-07 03:17:57 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256020062 Roz Goodman https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256020861 The Harvest of the Month Program.
The container gardening program. 
The butterfly garden.
Art projects inspired by the garden.]]> 2022-08-07 03:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2256020861 So inspiring to see/ read about like-minded educators from so many different places sharing their stories of connecting students to nature. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2258108870 2022-08-10 10:45:05 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2258108870 I think three things resonated with me: start small and build up, student-led promotes engagement, and connecting with community partners can keep the ball rolling. https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2258109646 2022-08-10 10:47:16 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2258109646 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272215353 How engaged children are when they are involved in the gardens! ]]> 2022-08-26 02:46:12 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272215353 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272217476 Although I often heard that there was not a program, teachers went ahead with their projects and despite mistakes, successes abounded with engagement.]]> 2022-08-26 02:48:05 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272217476 https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272218636 I love the diversity in responses and the variety of success - both big and small!]]> 2022-08-26 02:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/teachinginnaturesclassroom/bex4fuw6x0a1nonr/wish/2272218636