Join Lewis and Wem as they explore the challenges and strategies of facilitating adult relationships in forest school settings. From icebreaker questions to creating non-judgmental spaces, this episode dives into the complexities of fostering community among grown-ups in nature-based education.
Chapter Titles and Timing:
- Potato-Based Introductions (00:01 - 05:02)
- The Art of Icebreaker Questions (05:02 - 15:22)
- Facilitating Adult Interactions with Children Present (15:22 - 24:37)
- Setting Expectations and Creating Adult-Friendly Spaces (24:37 - 29:52)
- The Unique Container of Forest School for Adult Play (29:52 - 35:13)
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of crafting questions that allow for varying levels of engagement
- Balancing adult experiences with childcare responsibilities in family sessions
- Creating adult-friendly spaces within child-centered environments
- The challenges of overcoming societal expectations for parents to be "martyrs"
- Forest school as a unique environment for adults to play and connect
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