COVID-19 has disrupted much of the way we live and learn, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. These four K-12 education models will likely gain popularity over the coming months, as families look for new options.
Can outdoor learning serve as a model for reopening of schools?
Going outside helps students focus, and activities for classes from social studies to math can incorporate the natural world.
Whether making a wildflower bracelet or searching for wild animal footprints, here are some simple, enjoyable ways to start teaching your kids about nature
Children benefit more than we may think from outdoor play, as this study has revealed the part it play on children's developments.
Learning outside the classroom through adventurous activities is known to have significant educational benefits. It helps children develop technical, intellectual and social skills by overcoming challenges and sharing decisions.
Too much studying and staying indoors are more likely to blame for the rise in the number of children with myopia, or short-sightedness, than excess screen time
Games and other activities that will keep kids entertained on bad weather days at home
Children have a right to play outdoors. Playing outside has a host of health and social benefits for kids
Using local spaces like neighborhoods and parks for inquiry and observation can help students see the world through a STEM lens