In nature pre-schools, students spend much of their days outdoors. That could better prepare them for the future.
, and the spread of COVID-19 itself. She says that forest schools are scattered throughout the country, but have particularly high concentrations in California, Washington, and Minnesota.
Each school’s approach to outdoor learning will differ depending on the region. A program in Texas would think of exercises that keep kids cool during warmer months, or help them navigate snakes in the area. One in Minnesota would consider how children can stay warm and active when the temperature plunges, or teach them to forage for plants and fungi.
Most programs are tuition-based and can be expensive, Van Laan says. But some offer a sliding scale or scholarships. One programis free thanks to a partnership between a school district, nature center, and the YMCA. In Minnesota, 12 school districts have nature preschools covered through public funding.
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