Professional Development
Training That Gets Every Student Participating
Research-backed, joy-forward strategies for teachers — from a single workshop to a district-wide series.
Two Signature Trainings
The Happy Teacher & Nature-Wise
For Teachers · Schools · Districts
The Happy Teacher and Happy Students
11 Rs every teacher should know — a toolkit of strategies that put the joy back into teaching while helping teachers meet educational standards anywhere in the world.
“For the first time, every student in class participated in our reading lesson. The Happy Teacher training saved my teaching life.” — LaQuisha Hall, Instructional Coach, Baltimore, MD
- Outcomes Full-class participation, renewed teacher energy, standards-aligned strategies
- Format Workshop, half-day, or multi-session series
- Audience K–12 teachers, instructional coaches, all staff
For Teachers · Students · Districts
Nature-Wise
A training for teachers and students that blends literacy, outdoor exploration, and oneness with nature.
Nature-Wise helps young people see the natural world as friend, partner, and guide — while building the reading, writing, and speaking skills that help them thrive. Caroline draws on her years of experience as a literacy consultant, working alongside teachers in their classrooms, and as a classroom and reading teacher, and Communications Director for Nature Forward and chairing the Taking Nature Black Conference.
- Outcomes Stronger literacy skills, outdoor engagement, renewed sense of place
- Format Workshop or classroom-embedded series
- Audience K–12 teachers, instructional coaches, all staff
Formats & Packages
Schedule your fall Professional Development
For a staff meeting or afterschool presentation
Single Session
- 60 or 90 minute workshop
- Happy Teacher or Nature-Wise, your choice
- Take-home strategy guide
- Virtual or in-person
From $750
Request a SessionFor a full staff or grade band
Half-Day or Full-Day Workshop
- Deep-dive training with hands-on practice
- Aligned to literacy standards & science of engagement
- Coaching notes for follow-through
Half-Day (3 hours) — from $2,000
Full-Day (6 hours) — from $4,000
For all staff or grade band
Professional Development Series
- Multiple sessions across a semester or year
- Progress check-ins between sessions
- Can combine Happy Teacher + Nature-Wise
From $7,500
Plan a SeriesFrom the Field
Educators on the training
“For the first time, every student in class participated in our reading lesson. The Happy Teacher training saved my teaching life.”
LaQuisha Hall Teacher & Instructional Coach, Baltimore, MD
“Practical strategies to help struggling readers succeed — with reading, writing, and independent learning skills.”
Dr. Cheryl Thomas, Ed.D. Indiana
“Caroline Brewer teaches the importance of reading in a loving, caring, and fun way. I am truly grateful that she came into our lives.”
Roxanne M. Carter Grandparent, Washington, D.C.
Good Questions
Frequently asked
Is this training aligned to our literacy standards?
Yes — both trainings are designed to meet educational standards while adding joy and full-class participation, and can be tailored to your district’s specific framework.
Can we combine Happy Teacher and Nature-Wise?
Yes. Many schools run one as a kickoff session and the other later in the year, or combine both into a PD series.
Do you offer virtual PD?
Yes, both trainings are available virtually or in person.
What group sizes work best?
Sessions can be customized to fit your needs and goals. Share your group size in the form below for a tailored recommendation.
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