Why Outdoor Learning?
Learning in your natural environment-
Children should be immersed in their learning and in their natural environment so it only makes sense to incorporate the two. There is no better way to provide a child with an enriched learning environment than giving them the opportunity to explore, experiment and make discoveries in nature. Being outdoors, whether in a backyard, park or hiking trail, provides children with an opportunity to engage all of their senses and helps them build a lasting connection to the natural world.
It has become clear to educational professionals that along with play, spending time in nature is crucial to a child’s healthy development. There is inherent value in walking in the woods, building forts with sticks and mixing up a mud pie. The ever-changing state of the natural world is the perfect setting to explore creativity. Every day provides a new opportunity for discovery and learning.
Nature has a way of grounding us and surrounding us with a sense of peace.
Children experience less anxiety outdoors and symptoms of ADHD are often reduced. Children not only gain educational skills like math, literacy, and science, but they also gain life skills like communication, self regulation, and compassion through outdoor learning. Children learn to take risks and how to problem solve when engaged in learning activities outdoors. Follow along with us as we adventure into nature and the wonderful world of Learning withOutdoors.