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Nature
as the Ultimate Classroom
Give your child the calm, focus, and joy they deserve, by bringing nature back into everyday life.
In this live masterclass, three experts in Montessori and child development reveal how nature supports emotional balance, deep concentration, confidence, and connection in the early years.
September 14, 2025
Hosted exclusively inside the Childhood Potential Club
Children are wired to move, explore, and experience the world with their whole bodies
It’s how they make sense of everything—through movement, touch, sound, sensation, and play.
But today, many children are spending more time indoors than ever before—sitting, watching, and navigating environments that overstimulate their minds but undernourish their senses.
And so we begin to see what looks like “difficult behavior”:
Restlessness. Emotional outbursts. Short attention spans. Resistance to learning. Constant need for input. Disconnection.
It’s easy to think we’re doing something wrong as parents or teachers.
But what if that’s not the case?
Maybe the issue isn’t how we’re guiding our children.
Maybe it’s the environment we’ve placed them in.
It invites calm.
It offers just enough challenge
to build real confidence.
It grounds children
in their bodies.
It brings their senses
into balance.
And most of all, it reconnects them – to themselves, to others, and to their own natural joy in learning.
A new way of seeing what children really need
Some of the most powerful lessons don’t happen at a desk.
They happen with bare feet in the grass. With hands in the soil. Eyes following the dance of a butterfly, or while watching ants carry crumbs back to their hill.
Moments that seem small—but shape attention, calm, and confidence in ways we can’t replicate indoors.
But in today’s world, nature is treated like a luxury. Something extra, squeezed in between structured activities or screen time.
And for children in their most sensitive developmental years, that absence has consequences.
Nature isn’t just a break from “real” learning.
Nature is the classroom – and the most powerful one your child has access to.
It gives them freedom to move, but also space to slow down.
It builds motor skills, but also emotional resilience.
And it offers opportunities for deep concentration, collaboration, and joy – without reward charts or forced routines.
This masterclass is about bringing nature back to the center of your child’s daily life
Design learning environments that include nature as a co-teacher
Help your child build resilience through movement and outdoor play
Use natural materials and outdoor time to improve focus and attention
Create meaningful learning experiences outside—without a complicated plan
Use nature to support emotional regulation, attention, and confidence – without adding stress to your day
Inside the Masterclass
Session Breakdown
On September 14, three global leaders in Montessori, outdoor learning, and child development will guide you through how to bring nature into everyday life—at home or in the classroom.
This 2.5-hour online event is designed for parents and educators who want more than theory. You’ll walk away with ideas, examples, and tools you can apply right away.
Creating Sensory-Rich Nature Experiences for Children Aged 0–6
with Rusty Keeler
Discover how natural spaces filled with sand, water, pathways, and plants can become rich learning environments that spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
You’ll learn:
- Why outdoor play is essential to sensory development
- How to create or enhance outdoor spaces with simple, meaningful elements
- Ways to reframe your yard, balcony, or school playground as a prepared environment
Rusty is a designer, author, and global play advocate with 30 years of experience creating outdoor spaces that empower children.
Practical Ways to Integrate Outdoor Learning into the Montessori Curriculum
with Alison Zeglen
Learn how to bring nature into your lessons and rhythm—even if you teach indoors. Alison shares creative ways to align outdoor learning with Montessori values and subject areas.
You’ll learn:
- How to design outdoor spaces that support both work and play
- Lesson ideas and subject-specific activities for outdoor learning
- Books and resources that foster environmental curiosity
Alison is a Montessori educator and curriculum designer with over a decade of classroom experience across three continents.
Balanced and Barefoot: Why Nature Supports Emotional and Sensory Development
with Angela Hanscom
Explore why so many children today struggle with attention, motor skills, and emotional regulation—and how outdoor experiences help restore developmental balance.
You’ll learn:
- Why nature play helps prevent sensory and motor delays
- How to recognize signs of under-stimulation and dysregulation
- How to use nature to build strength, focus, and emotional resilience
Angela is a pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook, an internationally acclaimed nature-based developmental program.
Join the Masterclass
Date
Saturday, September 14
Time
19:00–21:30 CEST
(3 sessions + Q&A)
Location
Online via Zoom
This masterclass is exclusively available to Childhood Potential Club members
You can become a member today for just $10 and get full access to the event, the replay, and everything inside the Club for 30 days.
And after your first month? You can stay for as low as $25/month, or cancel anytime by email. But this $10 offer is only available until September 14th.
No commitments. Cancel anytime by email.
What you’ll find inside the Childhood Potential Club
From hands-on resources to expert support, the Childhood Potential Club provides everything you need to nurture your child’s growth or create a thriving classroom. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Extensive video library
Whether You're handling tough behavior, big emotions, setting up your environment or struggling to engage your students in the classroom. You don’t need to search for answers on Google. You just log in and watch a lesson from someone who truly understands. With 250+ expert-led videos, you'll always find the right support.
LiveTalk Sessions with Experts
Twice a month, Stay inspired and join bestselling authors and world-class Montessori educators for live interactive sessions on the topics you care about most. You get fresh insights—and your questions answered—by leaders you trust.
Personal 1-on-1 Guidance
You’re in the middle of a messy moment and thinking, I wish I could ask someone who really gets this. Now you can. Send a voice message. Write an email. Get on a call. Our expert mentors are here to support you with personalized guidance.
Peer Mentoring Groups
It can feel lonely trying to raise or teach children with intention. In this community, you’re never alone. Join a group of like-minded parents and educators who are walking the same path. Exchange ideas. Share struggles. Celebrate progress. This is your safe space to ask, vent, and grow—together.
Montessori Activity Toolkit
Ever feel stuck thinking, What should we do today? The toolkit answers that for you. Every month, you’ll get simple, screen-free activities designed to spark curiosity and joy. Whether it’s a rainy afternoon or part of your school day, you’ll always have something purposeful and beautiful at your fingertips.
Feel supported. Feel confident.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
When you join the Childhood Potential Club today, you’ll get access to the Nature Masterclass, expert guidance, practical tools, and a community that truly understands your challenges .
Limited time offer
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Meet your host
I’m the heart and soul behind the Childhood Potential Club and I know how it feels to lie awake wondering if you’ve done enough for your child.. My journey as a mother of three and a stepmom of two led me to the Montessori way, not just as a philosophy, but as a lifeline.
From my experiences opening schools in remote corners of Kenya and Guinea to juggling daily life family challenges, I’ve always craved accessible Montessori resources not just for families, but for educators struggling with limited access.
This club is my dream realized – a place where I bring world-class Montessori expertise to your doorstep. It’s a community where we continue to learn together, grow, and unlock the boundless potential in our children.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. That’s why I built this space—for you, and for every child who deserves more.
Still Have Questions?
FAQ
What if I can’t attend live?
No problem—replay will be available inside the Club.
Is this for parents, teachers, or both?
Both. Whether you’re guiding at home or in the classroom, this masterclass will give you practical tools to use immediately.
Can I cancel after the first month?
Yes. Just send us an email and we’ll make sure your membership is cancelled before the next billing cycle.
How do I access the Childhood Potential Club’s resources?
Once you join, you’ll receive login details to access our platform. From there, you can explore the video library, join live coaching, participate in LiveTalks, and engage with our peer mentoring group and forum.
What age group is this best for?
The content is designed for adults supporting children ages 0–6, but many of the principles apply well beyond.
Can I access the club's resources on my mobile device?
Absolutely! The platform is mobile-friendly and accessible on any device with internet access, including smartphones and tablets.
You don't have to figure this out alone
Imagine logging into one space where you feel seen, supported, and inspired. A space where the answers you’ve been Googling for are organized and waiting for you – delivered by people you can trust.
That’s what the Childhood Potential Club offers. And this masterclass is your invitation in.