What does it mean to be healthy at school? There’s the physical space to consider – ensuring school buildings are clean, safe, and conducive to learning and teaching – as well as occupant health and well-being. However, in the context of a global pandemic and a racial...
Inspired by the resource, Beautiful Stuff we invited the children to fill our studio with their personal collections of beautiful materials. “I know what materials are: metal, wood, all the stuff you build houses with… books…whatever you can do stuff with, except...
The term ‘Earth Overshoot Day’ has been used for some time now, but not by many and not often, so the majority of people are unaware that such a calculation even exists, let alone its terrifying and truthful significance. Earth Overshoot Day is “the point where the...
On one level, the "Spidey Senser" project is about engaging the public in science. Community members, young and old, seek out, monitor, and then harvest the filter-like webs of funnel weaver spiders, bagging and labeling them before sending them off to be analyzed in...
Public procurement is a complicated process. Adding an increased focus on environmentally friendly products only increases the complexity. This is something I know firsthand as Director of Custodial Services for Davis School District, located in Farmington, Utah....
Interior Design’s 'Best of Year' is the design industry’s premiere design awards program, honoring the most significant work of the year as well as recognizing designers, architects and manufacturers from around the globe. You can help the Natural Pod team win Best of...
Natural Pod's CEO Bridgitte Alomes is one of four speakers presenting together as a panel at SXSW EDU in March, so we thought it would be great to go one step further than introduce each of them, and give you a real insight into why they are such education heros and...
The definition of the Expeditionary Learning (EL) philosophy is ‘Learning by Doing’ and it places a strong focus on student personal responsibility.
As part of our ongoing collaboration with New Society Publishers, we’re excited to share three more low- or no-cost nature activities for kids from the summer excerpt of The Big Book of Nature Activities. These hands-on projects are perfect for children of all ages, helping them develop a deeper connection with the natural world. With our focus on outdoor learning and the belief that nature is the first teacher, we hope these activities inspire families and educators to get outside and enjoy the season.
What matters in your learning space? At Natural Pod, we’re always exploring the conversation around the “why” behind what we do. Some questions we think about. Why do we work tirelessly to find the most sustainable materials to create our products with? Why do we...
Our team at Natural Pod helps create learning environments where educators and students can thrive. We can also be your design partners, ready to help tailor your space to your teaching and learning needs. Our range of beautiful, functional and interchangeable...
As another calendar year end comes to a close, it's a perfect time of year to begin preparing for a smooth restart for next year. Taking the time now, while your ideas from this fall's education journey are still fresh in your mind, is one of the best times to engage...
Now that it’s November, it’s official; the holiday season has arrived! Ok, maybe it’s a little early, but it’s never too early to pause and reflect, and set intentional plans for seasons to come. For school leaders and design professionals, this year has brought...
Photo: Bryan Byerlee, Nathan Strenge, Bridgitte Alomes, Heather Breton LearningScapes, organized by the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE), is a significant gathering focused on the design and development of learning spaces around the world. This event, held...
Looking to make changes to your learning space seating and storage solutions or perhaps you're interested in expanding options for learners in your early learning space? We are offering select bundles of inventoried product available for immediate shipment to help you...
In the realm of education, where many institutions often find comfort in tradition, the Cranston Public School District has boldly stepped into the future. With the creation of the new Garden City Elementary school, they've painted a vivid picture of what's possible...
Have you ever sat down on a piece of furniture and pondered its origins or the stories it might tell? Bridgitte Alomes, the Founder of Natural Pod, encourages us to look at our surroundings with a fresh perspective, turning often-overlooked objects into learning...
Imagine stepping into a learning space that's not just a place for imparting knowledge, but a thriving hub that stirs imagination, creativity, and overall educational experiences. Such spaces, teeming with versatility and adaptability, are not merely constructs of...
The BC Ministry of Education Early Years Program has published a wonderful story about the importance of early years education programs. Read the full post on the BC Early Years Blog. There are many factors to a child’s early learning, including parents, caregivers,...
Choice—a daily principle we all value—has earned its rightful place in modern classrooms. We've extended the joy of choice beyond the curriculum, incorporating it into the very heart of our educational landscape. Take mealtime, an everyday situation, where it is our...