Nurturing Respect and Love of Nature
Fostering a love of the environment is critical for moulding students who are aware of and comfortable in the natural world. Environmental education allows children to view themselves within the larger context of the world, as one aspect of a complex ecosystem, which contrary to common belief is not human centred. Children are given the opportunity to learn nurturing behaviours in an environment which promotes their physical health and growth while also developing important motor skills. Children learn important knowledge in the classroom but they also thrive when separated from…read more