Jeff Opperman is the global lead freshwater scientist for the World Wildlife Fund. He is the first author of the book “Floodplains.” He recently penned an article for the New York Times about the prevalence of natural terms, metaphors and … Continued
“Fourteen years ago, my book Last Child in the Woods introduced the term “nature-deficit disorder.” The term was new, but the trend (of alienation from the natural world) was not.” – Richard Louv If getting children out into nature is as … Continued
An article exploring how being surrounded by nature, or having a tree outside our window, can calm us, reduce violence, and bring peace. Full Article Here
Poem and Collage by one of our Snork Dorks – Karen Stevenson!
A fantastic article encouraging kids (and their adults) to immerse themselves in nature, make mud pies, build forts, and climb trees. Nature can take it, and the love they develop for nature as a kid will foster environmentally friendly behaviors … Continued
Children in Alaska’s barbaric country “As parents, we have the chance to be ushers, opening a door into wilderness and watching as our children walk out into vast new worlds. In many ways, the kids are more open than we … Continued
Tops out the scale of cuteness. “A lovely exploration of human nature and society, this film takes us into an unusual outdoor nursery. With the woods as their classroom and playground, a group of small children explore their surroundings and … Continued
By Karen Stevenson: Yes, ‘hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul’ and a heart fired in stone is a thing to behold! My grandchildren, age 2 and 5, found these treasures on a walk behind their … Continued
HOW TO KEEP YOUNG HIKERS HAPPY: Nature Games and Other Strategies for More Fun on the Trail Leading kids through the woods requires more than a map and compass. You also need enthusiasm and creativity to keep things fun for … Continued
Land snorkeling is to nature as the Slow Food movement is to food; both require slowing down to savor the moment. I was among a group of volunteers who would plant flowers in twelve big containers which would later be … Continued