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April 4, 2025 45 mins

In this episode of The Hammock Hangers Podcast, Phoenix goes solo to chat with Haley Ladner, a dedicated librarian and educator from Mississippi who has created a truly inspiring outdoor space for her students.

Haley shares how a simple Pinterest post sparked the idea for The Hammock Garden, a unique reading space where students can relax in hammocks while diving into their favorite books. With full support from her school administration and parents, she turned this vision into a reality, and the program has been a massive success! Teachers and students alike love the Hammock Garden, proving that a comfortable, outdoor environment can foster a deeper love for reading.

Tune in as we discuss:
✅ How Haley developed and implemented The Hammock Garden
✅ The benefits of reading in a relaxed, natural setting
✅ The positive impact on students, teachers, and the school community
✅ Tips for other educators looking to create similar outdoor learning spaces

If you’re passionate about education, outdoor learning, or just love hammocks, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

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