| Time | Description |
| 7:30 - 8:00 | Registration |
| 8:00 - 8:15 | Welcome & Announcements |
| 8:15 - 10:15 |
Marisol Rodriguez: Early Childhood Intentional Outdoor Play: Making Learning Come Alive, Outside |
| 10:15 - 10:45 | Break/Exhibits |
| 10:45 - 12:45 | Marisol Rodriguez: Early Childhood Intentional Outdoor Play: Making Learning Come Alive, Outside (continued) |
| 12:45 - 1:00 | Closing Remarks |
Play is serious business in early childhood—and the outdoors offers endless opportunities for discovery! Grounded in research on healthy child development, this engaging session explores how intentionally planned outdoor play enhances cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth for children from 6 weeks to age 5. Participants will discover how connecting indoor and outdoor learning creates richer experiences, sparks curiosity, and invites children to explore the world with all their senses. You’ll leave with practical ideas for planning meaningful, inclusive outdoor experiences for every age and stage.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
