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S2E26: The Wonders of Wild Learning Curriculum with Rachel Tidd

July 05, 2021 • Vicci Oliver and Nicki Farrell • Season 2 • Episode 26

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Maths, it’s a dirty word isn’t it? Especially if you take the learning outside. In today’s episode, we are talking to a homeschooling mum who has created a whole curriculum in maths and reading and it is as wild as it gets!

👉 Rachel shares

The story behind Wild Math and Wild Reading
How bringing the learning outside helps break down the barriers around the subject of maths
About Wild Math and why it is so special
Her favourite activities in her curriculum
How translating maths into real life experiences can increase understanding
Some profound insights from the testimonials she receives
The resources she recommends
The magic of Wild Reading and the power of working with the brain instead of against it
Her golden tips and advice for homeschooling parents regarding time and taking the pressure off

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👉 Guest Details

Rachel Tidd is the author of the Wild Math® and Wild Reading™ Curriculums and a leading proponent of integrating the outdoors and the natural materials in math education. Rachel obtained extensive teaching experience as an elementary and special education teacher and as a homeschool parent. She holds a Master’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from Bank Street College of Education and a B.S. in Environmental Science from SUNY- College of Environmental Science and Forestry. She became interested in teaching and learning outside after watching her two children thrive in an outdoor forest preschool. Wild Math® has been used by schools and homeschool parents throughout the U.S. and the world. Rachel has written and presented about Wild Math® and outdoor learning in conferences, podcasts, and magazines.

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