Simple ways to get started include: Up close observation with a magnifying glass, asking questions, such as “why?” “how?” and where else do you think we will see that?” engages their curiosity, and critical thinking skills.
Writing and drawing in Nature Journals improves small motor skills, hand/eye coordination, literacy skills and attention to detail.
A caring adult engaging with children as they discover the mysteries of the outdoor world is vital to their formation of meaningful and sustainable connections to nature and building trusting relationships with adults..
Engage them and then step aside to watch the magic happen! Children will have fun, explore and learn! Be their guide. Let them take responsibility for their own learning. That is the joy and most important part of your experiences together.
Option One – Orientation to Nature Engagement Practices
Two hour Virtual Orientation $150 Registration Fee. Group rates available. Introduces basic practices and tips for engaging with children in nature:
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- Benefits of a child-nature-health connection,
- Using Nature Discovery Journals,
- 32- page Program Orientation Guide in magazine format
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Download Agenda Outline Download Registration Form
Option Two: Nature Detectives Site Leader Training
Four hour Virtual Site Leader Training expands on basic orientation and presents opportunities to practice Nature Detectives activities from each of three seasons. Includes one copy of all 5 Discovery Guides for each participant, end of class quiz and yearly licensing agreement. Contact Janice for class outline, registration information, fees and licensing. Fees vary per site depending on number of participants.
Hands on Activities may be customized per class request