Creating A Sustainable Tomorrow Through Play: Brenda Baker and the Madison Children’s Museum

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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) Climate Action Playbook designed to inspire and empower the next generation of environmental stewards. Highlighting the Caretakers of Wonder collaboration and addressing the impacts of federal budget cuts, we delve into the museum's commitment to positive change.

Key Points:

• Introduction to Caretakers of Wonder, a collaborative initiative aimed at promoting sustainability and love of nature for children and families.
• The newly published Climate Action Playbook, designed to guide caregivers and museum professionals in fostering nature connection, empathy, resilience, and hope in young people.
• Challenges faced by museums due to federal funding cuts and the importance of private support for innovative family services.
• The role of museums as community equalizers and spaces for joy, empathy, learning through play, and mental well-being.

Chapters:

(0:00:00) - Caretakers of Wonder Climate Action Playbook 

• Overview of the Madison Children's Museum's commitment to sustainability and climate action.
• Brenda Baker discusses Caretakers of Wonder and the Climate Action Playbook.

(0:08:34) - Impacts of Empathy and Learning Through Play for Kids AND Adults

• Emphasis on fostering hope and collective action among young children through simple activities.
• Discussion on the impact of federal funding cuts and the role of museums as community equalizers.

(0:19:24) - Youth Hope in Climate Action 

• Urgent need for support at the Madison Children's Museum.
• Brenda Baker shares her sources of hope and the inspiring creativity of young people.

Links:

Madison Children's Museum

Climate Action Playbook: [Download for FREE]

Caretakers of Wonder

Donate to Madison Children's Museum

Contact Brenda Baker: [email protected]

Tune in to be inspired by the museum's dedication to creating a brighter, more sustainable future for our children and our planet!

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