The Project-Based Learner

＂In today’s rapidly evolving world, the education model that best serves young learners must prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of the future. This is where project-based learning (PBL) steps in to revolutionize education. This book is a comprehensive guide that explores the transformative power of project-based learning with a focus on early childhood years, homeschools, micro-schools, and other alternative learning spaces. The book features a collection of expert-designed and teacher-tested PBL activities and lesson plans along with guidance on implementation and background. Martinez provides an educator’s perspective to help readers understand what each activity is meant to nurture in a child’s development, as well as tips for variation based on age, the size of the group or class, and tips for pivoting to new ideas or building on successful activities. It provides readers with actionable strategies to create a more engaging, learner-centered, and future-ready educational experience through the PBL methodology. It will leave readers feeling educated, empowered, and equipped to dive into PBL in any learning setting＂-- Provided by publisher.

Mikaela Martinez is a certified teacher and licensed educator with more than 10 years’ teaching experience. She has specialized certifications and additional training from world-leaders in Project-Based Learning. She is also the founder of Project Based Primary, which serves homeschoolers and educators.