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About Us
Tiny Green Learning helps families connect, with each other, with nature, and with their community. Through playful, inclusive outdoor programs, we make it easy for kids to discover the magic of the natural world while building resilience, joy, and belonging.
Meet Our Team
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With over 10 years of experience in education, facilitation, and environmental leadership, Alicia M. Highland, M.Ed., MATELED, founded Tiny Green Learning to create inclusive, nature-based learning experiences for children and communities. Alicia is deeply passionate about equity, education, and environmental stewardship.
Her work is rooted in the belief that all communities deserve access to joyful, hands-on outdoor learning. Through strategic partnerships and creative program design, she leads initiatives that foster curiosity, connection, and a lifelong love for the natural world.
Founder & Executive Director
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Molly Shelleman’s childhood, education, and professional career have been shaped by outdoor experiences. From family camping trips as a kid to off-the-grid fieldwork she did to earn her PhD in Geological Sciences, she understands how transformative and empowering nature-based learning can be.
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Now as a mom of young kids, Molly appreciates nature-based learning in a new light. She loves seeing the budding of observation skills and creativity paired with nature sights and sounds that help growing minds regulate emotions. She also values finding ways to increase accessibility for the next generation of nature lovers, whether that be through thoughtful trip planning to reduce uncertainties or finding budget-friendly outdoor gear for the whole family!
Northeast Ohio Community Leader
​Our Mission
To cultivate joyful, curious, and connected stewardship of the natural world by providing inclusive, nature-based education that empowers children, engages families, and strengthens communities.
​Our Vision
Tiny Green Learning envisions a world where nature is woven into daily life, where children grow as leaders in caring for the planet, and where outdoor learning unites communities. By expanding access to nature and elevating every child’s voice, we strive to cultivate healthier, more resilient communities for all.