In Person Workshops and Coaching Packages
"The professional development was truly impressive. The sessions were engaging and highly productive, and observing her classroom lesson with my students was especially valuable. It was remarkable to see her instructional techniques in action and the high level of student engagement they inspired. After the three days, every teacher walked away feeling inspired and better equipped to integrate literacy and STEM into their instruction."
--Tina Miller, STEM/Gifted Programs
St. Michael School
STEAM + Literacy in PK–5
A research-based professional learning model that harnesses Read•Connect•Play•Reflect™
to improve engagement, language, and understanding
Strategies and ideas guaranteed to awaken your sense of
wonder, curiosity, connection, and play.
Build connections between authentic experiences and the curriculum.
Use materials you already have to level up learning and joy.
“This has been the most valuable PD I’ve ever had! Your ideas and enthusiasm are so inspiring! I left the training on Monday and immediately started planning a fun lesson for my kiddos!” —Suzanne T., Kindergarten Teacher, Canton, Ohio
The 3-day package: Learn → See → Apply
Day 1: Hands-on teacher session (PK-5)
Teachers experience integrated STEAM + literacy as learners, using ready-to-teach lesson structures and templates.
Day 2-3: Classroom demonstrations with students*
Modeled Read•Connect•Play•Reflect™ lessons in real classroom conditions (pacing, talk moves, routines, differentiation), reducing the “translation gap” from workshop to practice.
Day 3: Follow-up unpack + implementation coaching
We debrief what happened, name the moves, analyze student evidence, and adapt lessons for upcoming units. Teachers leave with an implementation plan and materials.
*Timeline and modeling can be adjusted to suit your team/needs.
Full and Half-Day Professional Development
For PK-5 teachers and assistants, librarians, and administrators.
These nuts and bolts workshops focus on strategies for connecting STEM/STEAM and literacy for engaged learning across the curriculum. Your educators will participate in focused hands-on workshops designed to bring out their best as science and literacy educators!
This package includes access to STEM PDFs and lessons,
focused teaching strategies, book lists, and more!
Contact for pricing and availability.
On-Demand & Virtual Courses
Half-Day
Virtual Professional Development Workshop
This LIVE virtual nuts and bolts workshop focuses on strategies for connecting STEM and literacy for engaged learning across the curriculum. In the half-day session, your educators will participate in focused, hands-on mini-workshops designed to bring out their best as science educators!
This package includes access to STEM shorts, focused teaching strategies, book lists, and more!
Contact for pricing and availability.
Beyond Ever After
On-Demand Educator Professional Development Workshop
Work at your own pace and learn how to build STEM/STEAM connections across the curriculum through diverse folk literature and fairy tales.
Receive professional development credits when you complete this high-energy 3-hour on-demand virtual course produced with Steve Spangler Inc.
As a bonus, you will receive a 50 page PDF filled with curriculum connections and program ideas you can put to work immediately.
$99/participant
Discounts are available for group purchases, and special pricing is available when you purchase as part of live programming or professional development workshops.
New On Demand Course
We Celebrated 100 Days! Now What?!
How do you keep the kids' attention as the school year is coming to a close?
5 lesson ideas to help you wrap up the school year with joy-- and keep your sanity!
We all know the thrill of celebrating the 100th Day of School with our early childhood and elementary students! But what happens next? How do we keep them engaged until the end of the year? How do we craft invitations for joyful learning -- without losing our minds?
In this on demand course, Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor and Amari Shields share tried and true tips and ideas for making it through this challenging season. Drawing on many years of classroom experience, we offer strategies for joyful, connected learning, linking picture books and STEAM, for a memorable end of year! You'll leave this course with at least five solid ideas for making the end of this school year your best one yet!
$39.99/participant
FAQs
Who are the programs for?
Our professional development and Key Note programs are designed for formal and informal educators, librarians, families, and community leaders who are passionate about enhancing learning experiences for children.
Will you travel?
Yes! Dr. Diane’s Adventures in Learning is happy to travel to your
location to conduct workshops, training sessions, and learning events.
We can do virtual and in-person workshops and talks anywhere in the
world!
Can I use Title I funds or request a discount as a nonprofit?
Yes and yes!
I'm not a science teacher -- is there a program for me?
Absolutely! Our programs incorporate interdisciplinary learning and
are suitable for formal and informal educators in all disciplines.
Choose Your Own Adventure
Are you looking to customize a professional development program for your preschool or elementary school faculty?
Dr. Diane offers innovative ideas and extensive experience in creating exceptional teacher workshops. Our programs include digital workshop options and specialized STEM professional development to enhance your faculty's skills.
We offer effective science teaching strategies to help teachers succeed in their classrooms and collaborate on your goals through storytelling and hands-on learning—yes, story-based learning is for adults, too!
Let’s work together to design an unforgettable educational experience! Contact us now to get pricing and discover the incredible opportunities available through our story-based, hands-on learning approach.
Deborah Coconis,
Director and Lead Teacher at
Millbrook Community Preschool
"Your expertise, knowledge, and energy is evident in the confidence you have in every student's capabilities. You are able to reach and challenge the most eager, curious learners."
Councilwoman Tina Stevens-Culbreath
I'm Just Me Movement Executive Director
"I love your playfulness. I love your approach to learning, Dr. Diane. You always do a very great job transferring those STEM activities to real life things. When I see you work in your magic, I'm like, I want to do that, even as an adult."
Morgan L. Occhuizzo,
Prince William County Schools
"Dr. Diane is a skilled leader in the field of science education. She intently listens to the academic and environmental needs of the school or program which she is working with and tailors an instructional program that is just right. Teachers, families and students are engaged during her presentations and are thankful for the experiences she provides learners."