Over the past 29 years, Laura has taught pre-K, kindergarten, and first and third grades in urban and suburban schools; has directed a laboratory school; and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses for teachers, administrators and childcare providers at the University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, Missouri State University, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Northern Oklahoma College, and the University of Oklahoma. Laura has also enjoyed teaching short courses and facilitating study tours in Germany, England, Wales, Belgium, France, and Italy. Her current research interests include best classroom practice, nature literacy, and urban education. Laura loves spending time with her husband, Mike, son, Joseph, and daughter, Allyn.