Enthusiastic children and equally curious parents crowded around to get a glimpse of exotic animals at the For-Mar Nature ...

Gull has been a go-to local expert in getting outside to play and engage with nature. The Goshen native had shared lots of ...

The opportunities are truly endless with children and nature. Children are naturally thirsty for knowledge. They really do love learning new things, and the best part of it all is it is FREE.

Small patches of nature near home, like trees and sandboxes, are linked to better focus, self-control, and emotional ...

Proponents say children immersed in nature are happier and healthier — and may be poised to become the next generation of climate warriors. An early connection to nature can plant the seeds for ...

Engage children in nature by turning hikes into scavenger hunts with themes like colors or counting. Utilize technology like nature apps and GPS for interactive learning and exploration.

So grab some supplies, step outside and let nature be your child’s first art teacher. • Children's health is a continuing series. This column was provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Access to nature promotes physical and mental health, and it is vital for children's social and emotional development.

Reconnecting children to nature: The efficacy of a wildlife intervention depends on local nature and socio‐economic context, but not on urbanisation. People and Nature, 2024; DOI: 10.1002/pan3.10702 ...

The income and education levels of a child's environment determine their relationship to nature, not whether they live in a city or the countryside. This is the finding of a new study published in ...