by Anuk Harvey | Apr 19, 2019 | Inspiration
Earth Day is a date in time where we are called to meaningfully reflect and think about ways we can all lead more sustainable lives, to do our utmost to protect this incredible planet and the life it sustains. Although ‘Earth Day’ is a highlighted...
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 18, 2019 | Inspiration
To create a classroom space that is more student centered here are some guiding principles that can really increase student participation and engagement:Be more deliberate about furniture configurationThe aim is to have the flexibility to create both independent...
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 18, 2019 | Inspiration
As many of you know the Green Schools 2019 Conference just took place and Natural Pod was a proud participate, exhibitor and sponsor of the event. Bridgitte Alomes, our CEO, and team were there, as always they were hugely excited by everything that is happening in the...
by Christopher Roy | Apr 11, 2019 | Careers, Inspiration
Since 2009 Natural Pod has been producing made-to-order, heirloom-quality, sustainable furniture in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. We’re growing our remote team and looking for a kind, values-driven, self-motivated Inside Sales & Operations Coordinator....
by Roxanne Abel | Apr 9, 2019 | Inspiration
For a classroom to foster 21st-century learning styles, it needs a 21st-century classroom design with multi-purpose spaces and connected learning areas that support movement, student choice, and a collaborative environment. Educators were asked to rank the importance...
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 9, 2019 | Inspiration
Natural Pod’s CEO, Bridgitte Alomes, was recently requested to present a Workshop to the educators from Kinder Kampus about Natural Play and its importance. Kinder Kampus provides premium quality, learning-focused childcare for children aged 12 months to 12 years....
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 2, 2019 | Inspiration
Natural Pod is getting ready to attend The 2019 Green Schools Conference and Expo starting on April 8th in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Bridgitte Alomes, our CEO and team members are exhibiting at the conference along with many other inspiring leaders in the Green...
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 2, 2019 | Inspiration
A unique opportunity occurred where researchers were able to study whether environmental design does actually improve learning: Within the Houston area, Texas, VLK Architects had the chance to design two replacement elementary schools at the same time. Both schools...
by Anuk Harvey | Mar 26, 2019 | Inspiration
Classrooms and educational spaces come in a variety of configurations that often teachers have no control over, from traditional rectangular rooms to open plan environments. But educators are able to have a big impact on how the space is experienced by students by...
by Anuk Harvey | Mar 21, 2019 | Inspiration
Today is the ‘International Day of Forests’. Most people would not necessary know this, but it’s a meaningful reminder of some very important issues and the ways to navigate them – particularly in regards to environmental education. Every 21...
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The Green Schools 2019 Conference Take Aways
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A Natural Play Workshop At Kinder Kampus
Join Us at the 2019 Green Schools Conference & Expo
Research: How Does School Design Impact Students?
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International Day of Forests: Learn to Love Forests and Sustainably Made Learning Furniture
Research: How Do Teachers View Completed School Renovations?
Photos: Marshall University STEAM Program Encourages Creative Learning With Natural Pod Furniture
Research: How Are Schools Planning and Funding Renovations and New Furniture?
Research: Greater Student Engagement, Greater Probability of Success
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