Broadcasting from Utah

Episode 5

The Benefits of Outdoor Pre-school with guest Jennifer Pulley

Episode

5

Description

Many of us may recall our 70’s/80’s childhood summers: biking through the streets, catching fireflies, staying out til dark, playing imaginary games, roaming the fields or woods near our homes – and our parents trusting we would be home eventually to eat and sleep. Being outside was a given. How is the move to a world indoors affecting our children’s development today? Listen in as Andrew welcomes Jennifer Pulley, owner and teacher of Off We Go Nature Preschool based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Jen and Andrew discuss how “play” is serious for kids and how it allows for creativity, social-emotional development, problem-solving, and more to thrive in the minds of our children.

Andrew Taylor Website: Octagonmentoring.com

Off We Go Nature Preschool: https://offwegopreschool.blogspot.com/

Off We Go Nature Preschool Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offwegopreschool/

Resources:

Balanced and Barefoot Book: https://a.co/d/3SUkoHn

Edward Gets Messy: https://a.co/d/c5OpfaJ

The Anxious Generation: https://a.co/d/3MjiXHc

Jennifer Pulley Contact

Email: jenpulley@hotmail.com

Phone: 801-870-2001

About

Jennifer Pulley

Jennifer Pulley is the owner and lead teacher at Off We Go Nature Preschool, a role they have passionately embraced for over eleven years. With a deep love for nurturing children’s wonder, excitement, and curiosity, Jennifer finds immense joy in guiding young learners through their exploratory journeys. Their approach to education emphasizes fostering confidence and self-discovery in children while maintaining a dynamic and engaging environment.Outside of their professional life, Jennifer is a dedicated parent to three growing children and a large but gentle dog. The family enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, hiking, and mountain biking. Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of Utah and has a rich background in education, having volunteered in classroom settings and contributed to reading programs. Prior to establishing Off We Go Nature Preschool, they spent four years teaching with Granite District Preschool. In their personal time, Jennifer is an avid hiker, gardener, and reader, with a notable penchant for collecting children’s books.