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The National Park Classroom

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Promoting stewardship of our shared historic, cultural, and natural heritage through curriculum and partnerships between parks and teachers. Find out more at nationalparkclassroom.com -=- thenationalparkclassroom.substack.c…

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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
New Substack - What happens when the biggest losers in the government shut down are our national parks? open.substack.com/pub/thenatio...
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q10. Complete the following fill-in-the-blank; “An unexpected or unplannable park experience that I hope to someday spontaneously have is ___________”? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q9. I know we’re sharing, but do you more often keep unexpected moments to yourself OR share/post about them so others can learn from your discoveries? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q8. What often-overlooked activities (like night hikes, visitor center exhibits, or a park specific activity) that you’d recommend that the uniformed might skip? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q7. How can visitors use maps, apps, or park brochures creatively to discover “hidden” parts of a park? What method or tool is the best for discovering the unknown#ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q6. What’s your strategy for using and not losing time due to a weather delay, a bison in the road, a trail closure, or some other “unforseen” surprise? #ParkChat (this pics for you Black Hill Association!)
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Halfway through! Q5. How do you encourage kids (or friends obsessed with getting that one Insta-worthy snap) to explore beyond the obvious attractions in a park? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q4. When you think of “unexpected park moments” you've had, what stories come to mind? #ParkChat (this photo of the Pando Tree is for all the aspen lovers out there)
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q3. How can pre-trip planning help you spot opportunities for learning and enjoyment you might otherwise miss? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Q2. What are some hidden gems you’ve stumbled upon in a national park that aren't "well known" or iconic spots? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Tonight we discuss the unexpected/surprising side of our parks Q1. When visiting a national park, how do you balance seeing the “must-sees” with leaving room for unexpected discoveries? #ParkChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Hello friends & welcome to #parkchat ! This is your host James Fester - park volunteer, and author of the The National Park Classroom - available at fine online bookstores AND at 11 national park bookstores (except Yosemite where roof collapsed and closed store) Where we all coming from tonight?
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
We're less than an hour from #parkchat so grab yourself a snack and bring your best "national park surprise" stories and experiences! We're going to have a ball and you are invited! #nationalparks #findyourpark #publiclands
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Hey there #parkchat friends! I'm looking forward to hosting tonight's chat where we'll share tips/tricks/and strategies that help find and deal with the unexpected and surprising opportunities that make our parks incredible places to visit. You won't want to miss it!
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
New Substack Post - Discover how teachers can bring national parks, outdoor learning, and place-based education into back-to-school season for deeper student engagement - thenationalparkclassroom.substack.com/p/dwelling-v... #edchat #parkchat #FindYourPark #elemchat #teachersoftwitter
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Dwelling vs. Visiting
Encouraging deeper learning through deeper interactions
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Proud to have contributed and been quoted in this New York Times article which details the impact of the current administrations cuts to our national parks, especially their educational offerings! www.nytimes.com/2025/08/27/u... #edchat #nationalparks
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seecantrill.bsky.social @seecantrill.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Woot! We are so excited to collaborate on this handbook. Check it out and get writing outside #writeout @writingproject.bsky.social
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Ready for #WriteOut ? Check out this free handbook for ideas about how to get your students outside and inspired to write! writeout.nwp.org/wp-content/u... #edchat #sschat #elachat #writing #WriteOut2025
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
EARLY ACCESS Link to 7/21 Substack Post - Stories on the Landscape: How to integrate the power of stories into your lessons to make them more engaging, impactful, and meaningful! open.substack.com/pub/thenatio... #edchat #sschat #elachat #pblchat #education #K12 #scichat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
Free Professional Learning for teachers using my new book - Check out all the awesome ideas you can uncover with Book Creator - read.bookcreator.com/library/-OKg... #dbcincbooks #tlap #EduSky #EduSkyAI #aiedu #GoogleEDU
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Bright Ideas: James Fester
Learn from James Fester, reflect on your growth, and remix this book with your Bright Ideas.
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Looking for inspiring ideas for lessons and #pbl projects? Check out my latest Substack post which is full of ideas and resources coming straight from our public lands - open.substack.com/pub/thenatio... #edchat #pblchat #sschat #scichat #educhat #scichat #sschat
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The Power of Proximity
Adopting and Adapting Learning Resources: 5 Examples To Get You Started!
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
I want you to consider quitting #PBL (...but not really) We spend a lot of time talking about planning & revising projects, but how often do we consider the indicators that might suggest its time to move on to a new project - edut.to/43jkIC3 #edchat #pblchat
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4 Things to Consider Before You Retire a PBL Unit
Project-based learning is a great instructional tool, but it’s important to periodically assess whether units are still effective.
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
How do you create learning experiences that have impact and address real-world problems? Read all about how in my newest. Substack post - bit.ly/4lV8t5E #edchat #sschat #scichat #k12chat #elemchat #pblchat
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Making Learning Matter
National Park Week, podcasts, and ideas for creating opportunities for students to make an impact with their learning.
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Podcasts are one of the most versatile #PBL projects you can facilitate with students and work for any subject and age group. Learn more about in my newest article published by @edutopia www.edutopia.org/article/usin... #edchat #pblchat #elemchat #k12
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4 Benefits of Using Podcasting as a PBL Project
Relevant in any content area, podcasts present an engaging way for students to demonstrate their learning.
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Our #NationalParkPlaylist Greatest Hit has to be this awesome book which was just released last month! It is packed with #teacherideas and #education suggestions just in time for#NationalParkWeek ! Check it out here -> amzn.to/4lEnkS1
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
If you can’t make it to a park during #NationalParkWek you can still explore the wonder of these places through this new book - it’s the perfect #NationalParkWeek companion! Check it out here and let me know what you think - amzn.to/4jL6E9P y#NationalParkPlaylist
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Looking for a great summer read to go along with your #NationalParkPlaylist? Check out this new release - The National Park Classroom which shares all about the educational legacy of our park - perfect for #NationalParkWeek or any week! amzn.to/4jDPLO7 #edchat #k12
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
📷 Thrilled to be featured in the @BookCreatorApp #BrightIdeas Hub alongside so many other amazing folks @ClassTechTips @alicekeeler @HollyClarkEdu @jmattmiller Explore this collection of PL resources that ignite educator creativity & empower learning 📷 hubs.ly/Q03gBGQr0 #EduSkyChat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Had a great interview with Jody Maberry of the Park Leaders Show about the importance of using #nationalparks and public lands in the classroom! Lots of great ideas for #educators of all stripes in his latest episode - parkleaders.com/the-national... #edchat #sschat #scichat #teachers #k12
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The National Parks Classroom
James Fester returns to discuss the ever-evolving connection between national parks and education, bringing it beyond the classroom.
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
READ - my latest Substack post that provides three ways to take your next #nationalpark project to the "next level" - thenationalparkclassroom.substack.com/p/taking-nat... #edchat #sschat #elemchat #teacher #k12 #educhat
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Taking National Park Learning "Next Level"
Three ways to create exceptional learning experiences through parks
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Check out this excellent blog from @ascdofficial.bsky.social @isteofficial.bsky.social that previews a chapter of my new book on how classroom teachers can benefit from modeling the pedegogy of park rangers - ascd.org/blogs/teach-... #edchat #teach #k12 #elemchat #scichat #sschat #pblchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Have you heard? We’re #1! #1 New Release in Social Studies #1 New Release in Distance Learning Top 10 in Educational New Releases Top 20 in Instructional Methods See for yourself &bridge between our national parks and your learners! Get your copy - a.co/d/68WKrTl #edchat #teachers #k12
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Standing room only in our #springcue session. So excited to see so many educators in the room for this presentation! #edchat #edtech Resources here —> bit.ly/JTResources #teachers
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Excited to be at #springcue and presenting with the amazing Ranger Simone from Joshua Tree NP! Come to room and learn all about the thousands and thousands of resources available from YOUR public lands! Also I hear Ranger Simone has some freebies she'll be giving away #edchat #edtech #FindYourPark
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
IT'S FINALLY HERE! The National Park Classroom is not officially released! Pick up your copy today and learn all about what it means to "teach like a ranger" #edchat #teacherslife #edutwitter #parkchat #teachers #FindYourPark #nationalparks
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Join us for a free webinar celebrating the release of our highly anticipated book! We'll share ten of our favorite #nationalpark made learning resources & tips on how to use them in the classroom! #edchat #teachers Join via this link @7:30pm (CST) on Tuesday, Marc 18th fb.me/e/2ICHEayTC
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Tons of classroom-ready strategies, mountains resources, #PBL planning advice, project ideas for all grades #k12 and in every content area. These are just some reasons to buy my new book! www.nationalparkclassroom.com/book #edchat #findyourpark #nationalparks #pblchat #xlap
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Book | Nat'l Park Classroom
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Are you a #teacher who isn't aware of the thousands of free #learning resources created by our #nationalparks ? Want to know how to use them to create #PBL adventures? Then pick up a copy of my new book and learn about how to "teach like a ranger" #edchat #pblchat #elemchat #teachers #scichat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q9 - What's a park-based question you wish you knew more about? #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q8 - What was the best/most unique/memorable "ranger move" you've seen in service of learning or visitor experience? #parkchat - I'm looking at all the "married to a ranger" folks to ask their significant others pleeze!
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q7 - Does every park have educational value even if few people will ever visit? (Gates of the Arctic, Lake Clark, etc) How do we articulate this value for those who won't get there? #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Hey! We're trending! Whoot! #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q6 - If you could make it so EVERY KID in America learned one thing about their parks, what would you choose? #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
#parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q5 - Are there any learning resources you found at a park that you'd recommend? (any fellow authors?) #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q4 - Hit us with the best, most obscure "park fact" you ever learned! #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q3 - What is your preferred method of learning about parks (ranger talks, museum, podcast, read ahead of time, etc?) #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Q2 - What is the best learning moment you ever had inside of a national park? #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I guess I could plug my substack. I think ya'll would like it - thenationalparkclassroom.substack.com #parkchat
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The National Park Classroom’s Substack | Substack
A place for public land supporters and educators to share ideas and resources for connecting to the next generation of stewards. Click to read The National Park Classroom’s Substack, a Substack public...
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The National Park Classroom @npclassroom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I'm your guest host James Fester - educator, former Teacher-Ranger-Teacher facilitator, and author of The National Park Classroom which explores the educational legacy and potential of our #publiclands. AND I love my cover art! #parkchat Coming to you from Saint Paul, Minnesnowta!
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