4 Ideas for Connecting to Nature in Elementary Classrooms

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Bringing nature into every subject is not only beneficial to student wellness and learning, it can make curriculum more relatable and engaging.

Consistent hands-on interactions with nature have proven benefits for both learning outcomes and emotional wellbeing. By creating regular opportunities for students to access and immerse themselves in the natural world—both inside and outside of the classroom—teachers encourage students to develop tangible and relevant connections to nature across the elementary curriculum.

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