Article Link: http://exchangepress.com/article/wonder----nacc-newsletter/5022178/
Nature has the power to guide children to many of life’s truths. Regular time spent in nature-filled environments provides opportunities for children to develop a deep, personal connection to the natural world that can help them call upon their own inner strength; gives beauty to inspire the depth of their actions; courage to follow their own path; hope to trust in the goodness of life; and compassion to forgive others and themselves. In this edition of Wonder, committed educators from across the globe reflect on this idea and offer different perspectives as they respond to the Nature Action Collaborative for Children Universal Principle:We believe it is important that children be supported in developing life skills through holistic nature-based learning.
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Reflection: Fresh and Tasty
from Dana Youkilis, United States
“What did you cook today?” Caleigh’s mom asks her four-year old daughter excitedly, as she comes bounding out the door of her preschool, Children’s Nest Early Childhood Education Center in Merrick, New York. Caleigh’s mom trails behind her, beaming. “She gets so excited every week.” Her daughter eagerly takes a sample of the recipe for the week: Cucumber Salad. Caleigh and her mom are coming to shop at Children’s Nest Farmer’s Market, held each Thursday ...