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Photo by: First Roots-Wild Roots
First Roots Underhill of First Roots-Wild Roots, is a 5-STAR, Eco-Healthy Certified, nature-based infant/toddler program based in northern Vermont.
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Join Natural Start and Nicole Thurrell of IWEM for a webinar, scheduled for March 4 at 1 PM ET, exploring the very best of what is known about nervous system regulation and how we can bring our best, most resilient selves to the world.
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Become a Member of the Alliance!
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Put Your Program on the Map!
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Member Spotlight: First Roots-Wild Roots
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Webinar: Intro to Wilderness Mental Health First Responder
Bright Ideas
The Natural Start Alliance is happy to continue its partnership with the Evanston Public Library to bring you the best in children’s books about nature connection and environmental stewardship!
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Nicole Thurrell explores the very best of what is known about nervous system regulation and how we can bring our best, most resilient selves to the world.
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Dr. Claire Warden and Dr. Rachel Larimore will discuss their new book, Reimagining The Role of Teachers in Nature-Based Learning: Helping Children be Curious, Confident, and Caring.
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Feature Story
As we reflected on our year at Natural Start, we found there was a lot to celebrate! Here are a few things we enjoyed looking back on in 2022.
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Member Spotlight
The Chicago Zoological Society's Hamill Family Play Zoo at Brookfield Zoo engages families in child-centered nature play. Educators from a variety of backgrounds can learn from the zoo's "play partners" in the NatureStart professional development program.
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