"A magical tool to awaken children to the delights of nature." —The National Trust, England You can create joyful nature experiences and heartfelt memories for you and your child. Learn simple, highly effective methods that have been used around the world for over 30 years.Whether you live in the city, suburbs, or rural area, you will acquire the skills and confidence to share nature with your child in fun and engaging ways. Suggested age range: While children and adults of all ages enjoy the Sharing Nature activities, this course is designed for parents/educators and their children ages 4 and up. In this course you will: Experience nature through 13 prize-winning games that uplift the mind and touch the heart Learn how to enrich your child’s natural curiosity, empathy, and other important human qualities Discover ways to foster greater respect for the earthThe games and methods featured in this course are from Joseph Cornell’s prize-winning book,Sharing Nature: Nature Awareness Activities for All Ages. Cornell is one of the most highly regarded nature educators in the world today. His books have been translated into twenty-nine languages and have been used by millions of parents, educators, and
What you'll learn
understand effective methods to engage children with nature
create meaningful experiences using nature-based games
foster curiosity and empathy in children
encourage respect for the environment
Course objectives
encourage outdoor exploration among children
provide tools for educators and parents to enhance children's nature interactions