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What is it Like Where You Live?We know that young children develop a sense of connection and understanding of the world when they interact with the things that surround them every day. There are children from all walks of life who identify where they live through ‘friendships’ made with bugs and birds, grasses and trees, rocks and rain. Sadly, though, for many of our world’s children, daily interactions translate to realities that are devoid of the beauty, intrigue, and wonder that would help them grow up with a love for the Earth and be intrinsically motivated toward environmental stewardship. Hope empowers us to act with courage and determination as we collaborate with nature and act to change these circumstances while working to enhance every child’s everyday experiences.
In this edition of Wonder, inspired educators from across the globe respond to the Nature Action Collaborative for Children Universal Principle:
We believe nature-based spaces should use local, indigenous plants, animals,
natural materials, and community contributions as much as possible.
Reflection: Engaging with the Local Environments in New Zealand and Japanese Early Childhood Education
from Rachael Burke, Japan and New Zealand
I recently moved to Japan from New Zealand and have been examining the strong desire to have ‘nature’ prominent ...