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‘Last Child in the Woods’ by Richard Louv

October 9, 2013 By Lisa

tree climbing

Saving our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder Far from being a story of unrelenting gloom this book to me has inspired a vision and way of life for interacting with my children. Nature Deficit Disorder is a term coined by Richard Louv in his 2005 book “Last Child in the Woods”. He outlines exactly what […]

Filed Under: field trip parenting, Nature deficit disorder, parent interest Tagged With: book review, nature, senses

Wildflowers of late summer

September 4, 2013 By Lisa

Black Medick hand painted image

A Nature Study Children really can learn flower identification. It’s only that they are not often shown. Have a look at the illustrations of these wildflowers of late summer and see if you can spot any in your area. Point out simple characteristics to children. Older children may like to start a nature notebook with […]

Filed Under: field trip parenting, identification, nature study, seasons, wildflowers Tagged With: 4-8 years, 7-9 years, nature, observation, senses

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