Welcome to the registration page for the workshop: The Power of Storytelling: Inspiring Outdoor Play Through Stories. *This workshop has been approved for PD funding and 3 hours of release time for Alberta Early Childhood Educators* This engaging session explores the power of storytelling as a tool to enrich outdoor play, foster learning, and deepen connections with children. Participants will discover practical strategies for captivating kids with storybooks, crafting oral tales, and incorporating props to spark imaginative play. By the end, everyone will feel confident in using voice, expression, and pacing to tell compelling stories, and will gain skills in bringing stories to life with puppets and props! Shelley Bettker Shelley Bettker, founder of Explorer’s Forest School and TimberNook Saskatoon, is an expert in outdoor play and a champion of child-led learning. With a Bachelor of Education from the University of Saskatchewan and certified as an Early Childhood Educator Level 2, Shelley works with children ages 1 to 13, cultivating curiosity and a sense of wonder through hands-on, nature-based experiences. As a certified Forest & Nature School Practitioner and a TimberNook Certified Teacher and Provider, Shelley specializes in outdoor play, sensory integration, and child development. She is dedicated to promoting the importance of outdoor play for children in all types of weather and natural environments. Registering 3 or more people? Contact Christina at christina@getoutsideandplay.ca for a code to receive a 10% discount.