PM Insights Unplugged

Episode 5: (I) Teaching Children Project Management

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What if we could teach kids the fundamentals of project management before they ever enter the workforce?

In this inspiring episode, host Silke Deul is joined by Gary Nelson—seasoned project and program manager and author —to explore how project management can be introduced to children in fun and practical ways. Drawing from his children's books, Gary shares how storytelling, relatable challenges, and simplified language can help young minds grasp project principles such as planning, budgeting, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Together, they discuss:

  • Why project management is really a life skill
  • The ideal age range for introducing abstract project thinking
  • How schools in New Zealand and globally are adopting project-based learning
  • Real-world examples of how kids apply PM concepts (including a "planning is cool" cooking story!)
  • Why adults can benefit just as much from reading these simplified, story-driven books

    • Whether you're a parent, teacher, project manager—or all three—this episode will change how you think about early education, life skills, and the future of the profession.

     

    Host: Silke Deul

    Guest: Gary Nelson, Programme Manager and author

     

    PDU’s: For PMI members who have viewed this episode, this content is eligible for 1 PDU under Leadership or Strategic and Business Management. You can self-claim this via your PMI account.

     

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