The Natural Connections Educators’ Conference has been cancelled to help reduce the risk of the spreading the Covid-19 virus.

Early Childhood / Elementary Workshops

Educators will explore effective teaching techniques for inquiry-based learning and gain ideas for hands-on connections to nature.

Using the School Grounds as a Classroom

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Professional Development Workshops provide educators with skills, knowledge and experiences necessary to enhance curriculum through nature-based learning. Educators will explore effective teaching techniques for inquiry-based learning and gain ideas for hands-on connections to Standards of Learning and Virginia Foundation Blocks for Early Learning. Workshops are offered at the Garden or at your school.