Dr. Diane's Adventures in Learning
🎧 Adventures in Learning with Dr. Diane 🎧
Inspire curiosity. Spark creativity. Fuel a lifelong love of learning.
Are you an educator, librarian, parent, or STEM/STEAM enthusiast looking to make learning come alive for kids? Adventures in Learning with Dr. Diane is your go-to podcast for hands-on, joyful learning that connects STEM/STEAM education, multicultural children's literature, and real-world exploration.
Join Dr. Diane Jackson Schnoor, educator and explorer, as she travels the world (literally and virtually!) to bring you conversations with award-winning authors, illustrators, educators, scientists, and STEM leaders. Each episode delivers fresh ideas, engaging stories, and practical tips to inspire early childhood and elementary learners—in the classroom, the library, or at home. Wonder, curiosity, connection, and play -- we bring the world to you!
🌎 Featuring:
- Innovative STEM/STEAM experiences
- Diverse children's book recommendations
- Strategies for inquiry-based, joyful learning through play
- Voices from around the globe that inspire the WOW
🧠Perfect for:
Early childhood & elementary educators | School librarians | Homeschoolers | Caregivers | STEM/STEAM champions
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Episodes
156 episodes
Journey from Heartland to Wildlife Warrior: Tim Santel's Inspiring Wildlife Conservation Career
Have you ever wondered what it takes to go from being a nature-loving Midwesterner to a pivotal figure in wildlife law enforcement? Discover how Tim Santel's unique career path...
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Episode 157
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Empowering Little Justice Leaders with Dr. Shelby Kretz
How do we shape tomorrow's social justice champions today! Join us as Dr. Shelby Kretz, founder of Little Justice Leaders, reveals how emp...
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Episode 156
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23:40
The Engagement Effect: Transforming Learning with Steve Spangler
Imagine...Imagine stepping into a space where learning is a magical journey, igniting curiosity and wonder. Picture students engaging with the material in a way that lights a spark. And this engagement isn't limited to the classro...
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Episode 155
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Connecting the Dots: Nurturing Empathy and Ethical Teaching in Early Education with Dr. Cara Furman
Join us on a transformative journey with Dr. Cara Furman as we delve into the heart of early childhood education, exploring how empathy and ethics shape young minds.In this episode, Dr. Diane discusses the profound impact of connecting t...
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Episode 154
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Illustrating the Wonders of Wildlife and Childhood with Kayla Harren
Imagine diving into a world where vibrant illustrations bring joy, diversity, and wildlife conservation to life. In this episode of the Adventures in Learning podcast, Dr. Diane chats with the talented illustrator
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Episode 153
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The Everything Trail: From Redwood Resilience to the Wilds of South Africa with Author Meg Fleming
Imagine a world where walking out the door inspires adventure and a love of nature, from tiny bugs on the sidewalk to giant redwoods standing sentinel. Could it be that these adventures can inspire systemic change? On Episode 152 of the Adventu...
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Episode 152
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Troubling Tonsils: Creepy Fun for Older Readers with the Award-Winning Duo Peter Brown and Aaron Reynolds
Step into a world where humor and horror dance together in perfect harmony. Join the award-winning author/illustrator duo of Aaron Reynolds and
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Episode 151
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32:28
Finding Your Voice in a Changing World with Speaker, Author, and Director Tricia Brouk
Imagine a world where every voice is heard, where empathy leads to genuine dialogue, and where personal transformation fuels leadership growth. How can we harness the power of our voice to inspire change and empowerment in ourselves and others?...
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Episode 150
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Unleashing Creativity and the Magic of Collaboration with author/illustrator Molly Idle
Imagine a world where art can reshape education and unlock the potential within each of us. That world is possible if we collaborate -- and this week's guest, Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator ...
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Episode 149
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Creating Cultural Connections Through Storytelling Adventures with Author Leah Henderson
Stories spread wings. How do stories serve as windows into diverse cultures and histories while inspiring us to embrace our own identities? Author, educator, and global adventurer Leah Henderson
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Episode 148
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Innovative Strategies for Engaging Young Learners Through Empathy and Play with Rebecca Freedman
How can the simple act of play revolutionize early childhood education and reignite a passion for teaching?Join us on a transformative journey as Rebecca List Freed...
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Episode 147
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29:24
Reframing Failure for Optimal Performance with Adolfo Gómez Sánchez
Are you ready to break through your limitations and unlock your full potential?Join us as Adolfo Gómez Sánchez, best-selling author, speaker, and Chief Passion Officer at
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Episode 146
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Empowering Multilingual Learners: Transformative Strategies for Educators with Katherine Hamilton
How can creating language-rich environments empower multilingual learners and elevate the educational experience for everyone in the classroom? Join us for a transformative discussion with
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Episode 145
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30:46
Forest Magic: Inspiring Kids to Connect with Nature Through Play and Imagination
What if stories and play were the bridge between children (and their grown ups) and nature? Join us as we explore this concept with Susie Spikol, a naturalist and educator whose enchanting book,
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Episode 144
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L-M-N-O-Play! Unlocking Childhood Magic Through Picture Books and Play
How can picture books and play combine to spark creativity, empathy, and joy in our youngest learners? Join the conversation with Rachel Rubin and Annie Dycus, the innovative minds behind L-M-N-O Play
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Episode 143
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Dr. Crystal Y. Campbell On Celebrating Every Child Through Play-Based Learning and Early Childhood Advocacy
Imagine an early childhood classroom filled with diverse books, engaging play centers, and joyful experiential learning where every child feels seen and valued. How does play-based learning help celebrate the unique strengths each child brings ...
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Episode 142
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Toucan Do It! Inspiring Young Conservationists with Hayley Rocco and John Rocco
How can a children's book spark a lifelong passion for conservation and inspire young activists to protect our planet's endangered species? Today we learn how "toucan" help endangered species. Dynamic author-illustrator duo Hayley and John Rocc...
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Episode 141
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Unveiling the Past: A Tale of Resistance And Courage with Michael P. Spradlin’s Threat of the Spider
When Threat of the Spider, the second installment in the Web of the Spider series, came across my desk, I knew we had to have the author, Michael P Spradlin on the podcast. I couldn't put the book down. It's so relevant to ...
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Episode 140
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36:38
Creating A Sustainable Tomorrow Through Play: Brenda Baker and the Madison Children’s Museum
How can small steps spark significant changes for a healthier planet? Brenda Baker, Vice President of Exhibits, Facilities, and Strategic Initiatives at the Madison Children's Museum, walks us through the newly published (AND FREE) Cl...
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Episode 139
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Learning Unboxed with Dr. Annalies Corbin: Transforming How We Learn and Teach
We’re reimagining the future of education in this episode of the Adventures in Learning podcast with Dr. Annalies Corbin, the chief goddess of the PAST Foundation. Dr. Annalies helps us discover how to bridge the gap between learning and real-w...
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Episode 138
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Exploring Life Connections Through Art and Nature with Juana Martinez-Neal
You know Juana Martinez-Neal as the recipient of the 2019 Caldecott Honor for Alma and How She Got Her Name, her debut picture book as author-illustrator. You might also know her as the New York Times bestselling illustrator recip...
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Episode 137
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Transforming Burnout with Dr. Gitima Sharma: Finding Joy and Purpose through Self-Reflection and Connection
Feeling overwhelmed by the fast-paced world around you? Discover how to transform burnout into joy and purpose with Dr. Gitima Sharma, as she shares her personal journey and expert insights. ...
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Episode 136
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37:10
From Flash Floods to Fire Towers: Stories of Growth and Resilience with Ann Braden and Caroline Starr Rose
Get ready for some amazing adventures as you plan your summer reading journey with not one, but TWO thrilling middle grade tales of courage, growth, and resilience featuring strong female leads. Happy Book Birthdays to Ann Braden and Caroline S...
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Episode 135
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26:21
Where Are You, Bronte? Barbara McClintock on Honoring Tomie dePaola, Creative Journeys and the Transformative Power of Storytelling
Where Are You, Bronte? celebrates its book birthday this week -- and this book should come with complementary tissues for the adults reading it! Beloved illustrator Barbara McClintock took on the herculean task of illustrating Tom...
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Episode 134
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The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon A Magical Middle Grade Odyssey with author Grace Lin
The Gate, The Girl, and The Dragon is like a mug of hot tea on a snowy day. It warms your soul and sparks the imagination. The characters are memorable and Grace Lin’s lyrical storytelling and go...
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Episode 133
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