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Galápagos Islands: North Seymour Island
Dr Diane Jackson Schnoor ready to take you on an Adventure in Learning to the Galápagos Islands. In this series of posts, I'd like to take you along with me on a magical Adventure in Learning to the Galápagos Islands . Each post will focus on aspects of the biomes, habitats, plants, and animals that call these islands home. The Galápagos Islands are a magical place where nature has been largely left alone (97 percent of the islands are protected park land) and carefully manag
Diane Schnoor
Oct 233 min read
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Mural Making At Thelelulwazi Creche
I'm going to be sharing excerpts from the experience in South Africa with CBCC (Children's Book Creators for Conservation) and Wild...
Diane Schnoor
Sep 176 min read
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Let's Meet The Creatives on Our Wild Tomorrow Trip with CBCC (Children's Book Creators for Conservation)
For the next two weeks, I am on the Adventure in Learning of a lifetime with CBCC ( Children's Book Creators for Conservation ). I am...
Diane Schnoor
Sep 82 min read
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Summer Reading List Idea for Educators, Librarians, and Families
Dr Diane Jackson Schnoor explores science and picture book connections with amazing teachers at Steve Spangler's Science in the Rockies...
Diane Schnoor
Jul 115 min read
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Facing The Storms When Empathy Is Under Attack
Just a taste of the many ways empathy is currently under attack in our public discourse. Empathy is under attack at a time when we need...
Diane Schnoor
Jun 103 min read
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Every Day is Earth Day (and you need a good poem in your pocket to build STEAM connections)
From preschool to college, Earth Day offers so many hands-on STEAM teaching connections that build empathy, play, and literacy skills. H...
Diane Schnoor
Apr 164 min read
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What is HOME?
Check out this sneak peek of Home from my conversation with Matt de la Peña I just read the glorious HOME by Matt de la Peña and Loren...
Diane Schnoor
Mar 133 min read
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The Healing Power of Nature and STEAM
Dr. Diane spending her sick week in search of the hidden life of trees? Sick Week Research: So I've been out for the count with the nasty...
Diane Schnoor
Feb 253 min read
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Valentine's Joy, Science Inspiration, and A Chance To Ask Questions of Your Favorite Authors
Let's Start with the Valentine's Fun H ow do we connect multicultural picture books with STEAM to help children engage in active...
Diane Schnoor
Feb 54 min read
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Groundhog's Day: New Opportunities for STEM Learning Through Play
Groundhog's Day is a perfect time to explore and play with science, math, and literacy concepts. For nearly 20 years, I've built my preschoo
Diane Schnoor
Jan 292 min read
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Warming Up Your Winter: Middle Grade Books To Cozy Up With And Spark Reading
It's hard to go back to school or work after a long break. And this year, at least in the United States, back to school has been...
Diane Schnoor
Jan 224 min read
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Get STEAMy with some of 2024's Most Fascinating STEAMfluencers
Have you made your 2025 sustainability resolutions yet? Check out this week's chat with Sustainability Matters PLUS 6 STEAMfluencers of 2024
Diane Schnoor
Dec 18, 20248 min read
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Up Periscope Give-Away and 5 STEAM Educators and STEAMfluencers To Know
Curious to see what STEAM educators are trending in the Adventures in Learning community? In part one, we take a look at five of Dr. Diane's
Diane Schnoor
Dec 4, 20245 min read
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Rube Goldberg Give-Away and Top Ten Lists
Curious to see what videos are trending in the Adventures in Learning community this month? Here's a list of the top 10 most watched...
Diane Schnoor
Nov 14, 20246 min read
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FAQs
Dr. Diane's Adventures in Learning FAQs: Who are the programs for? What are the age ranges? What is hands-on learning?
Diane Schnoor
Oct 28, 20243 min read
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Unlocking Creativity Through STEAM -- Plus Helping Schools In Need
Welcome back to the blog! Today, I’m thrilled to share highlights from my latest podcasts featuring two remarkable guests who are making...
Diane Schnoor
Oct 25, 20243 min read
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No Tricks, Just Treats: STEAM-Infused Books and Experiences To Engage Your Learners This Fall
This month's selection of picture books features captivating stories with multicultural perspectives and vibrant illustrations, perfect for
Diane Schnoor
Oct 3, 20243 min read
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Math+Literacy=An Exciting STEM Combo
Often, as educators, we feel overwhelmed when we start thinking about connecting math and literacy and STEM.
Diane Schnoor
May 31, 20244 min read
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Weaving Words and Science with Typewriter Poet and Children's Book Author Megan Benedict
In a world that often places poetry and science at opposite ends of the educational spectrum, Megan Benedict, a typewriter poet and...
Diane Schnoor
May 16, 20244 min read
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Happy Earth Day! Teaching STEAM and Nature's Lessons on Grandfather Mountain
On a recent trip to Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina, I had the opportunity to explore a fascinating narrative. This story was the...
Diane Schnoor
May 7, 20242 min read
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