Constraints To Connecting Children With Nature

Author : U.S. Department of the Interior
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1495901319

Get Book

Constraints to Connecting Children With Nature? by U.S. Department of the Interior Pdf

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) names “connecting people with nature” as one of its top six priorities in the online Service Employee Pocket Guide (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 2010). The National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) took the initiative to identify issues that impede greater progress in addressing the constraints to connecting children with nature. The Division of Education Outreach (DEO) at NCTC formed a working relation with the Policy Analysis and Science Assistance (PASA) branch of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to conduct a study on these issues. To meet the objectives of the study, a survey of a sample of FWS employees was conducted. This report includes the description of how the survey was developed and administered, how the data were analyzed, and a discussion of the survey results.

Author : U.S. Department of the Interior
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1495900169

Get Book

A Survey of U.s. Fish and Wildlife Service Employees Regarding Constraints to Connecting Children With Nature-summary Report to Respondents by U.S. Department of the Interior Pdf

This report provides a summary of responses to the questions included on a survey of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) employees regarding constraints to connecting children with nature. The survey was sponsored by the Division of Education Outreach (DEO) at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) and conducted by U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) personnel in the Policy Analysis and Science Assistance (PASA) branch. The data collection process started on February 25, 2010 and ended on March 9, 2010. The dataset includes the responses from 320 individuals. The adjusted response rate for the survey was 55 percent. In this report, we provide the summary results for the survey questions in the order in which the questions were asked. The text of comments provided by respondents to open-ended questions is provided.

Author : Jon Young,Ellen Haas,Evan McGown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Environmental education
ISBN : 1579940196

Get Book

Coyote's Guide to Connecting with Nature by Jon Young,Ellen Haas,Evan McGown Pdf

Author : Christian Kop,Günther Fliedl,Heinrich C. Mayr,Elisabeth Métais
Publisher : Springer
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2006-07-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783540346173

Get Book

Natural Language Processing and Information Systems by Christian Kop,Günther Fliedl,Heinrich C. Mayr,Elisabeth Métais Pdf

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Applications of Natural Language to Information Systems, NLDB 2006, held in Klagenfurt, Austria in May/June 2006 as part of UNISCON 2006. The book presents 17 revised full papers and 5 revised short papers, organized in topical sections on concepts extraction and ontology, ontologies and task repository utilization, query processing, information retrieval and dialog processing, and NLP techniques.

Author : Asher Cloran
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1695259157

Get Book

Connecting Children to Nature by Asher Cloran Pdf

As a child, my fondest memories were exploring in forests, playing in creek beds, finding groves of mushrooms, digging in the dirt, and building houses in trees. Our connections and interactions with nature as we grow, evolve and shape our bodies, personality, interests, and passions in life. Scientific research now shows how nature positively impacts our biology, mental health, learning and connections to the world and people around us. Research also shows a decline in children's health, learning, sense of self and creativity, that is correlated with the excessive use of technology, and reduced time spent outdoors playing. Now more than ever, we must believe in the importance of sharing the gifts of nature, and the love of nature with the world - so they will care for what is most important - the earth we live on, the nature of our planet, and our health and wellbeing. This book has been written to give teachers and parents, a solid foundation in the reasoning for nature connection, and a toolkit full of ideas, and tactics that will make nature connection with children, stimulating, educationally rewarding, and life-enriching for both the adult and the child. The book condenses the scientific research on technology, nature, and how they impact childhood development and learning. In a busy modern world that is ever changing, it is important that parents and teachers are up to date and armed with the most relevant knowledge, to deal with the culture, the world that we are in, the current challenges we face in science, education, and in the roles of parents, mentors and teachers. It is an easy to read, practical guide, that can help shape the way things are done in and out of the classroom, to stimulate the creation of solid foundations for our children's connection to nature to flourish. After all, children deserve to have a lifelong, loving and deep connection to the natural world around them so they can discover the magic of Life.

Author : Linda Åkeson McGurk
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781501143649

Get Book

There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Åkeson McGurk Pdf

Bringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this “fascinating exploration of the importance of the outdoors to childhood development” (Kirkus Reviews) from a Swedish-American mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children. Could the Scandinavian philosophy of “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes” hold the key to happier, healthier lives for American children? When Swedish-born Linda Åkeson McGurk moved to Indiana, she quickly learned that the nature-centric parenting philosophies of her native Scandinavia were not the norm. In Sweden, children play outdoors year-round, regardless of the weather, and letting babies nap outside in freezing temperatures is common and recommended by physicians. Preschoolers spend their days climbing trees, catching frogs, and learning to compost, and environmental education is a key part of the public-school curriculum. In the US, McGurk found the playgrounds deserted, and preschoolers were getting drilled on academics with little time for free play in nature. And when a swimming outing at a nearby creek ended with a fine from a park officer, McGurk realized that the parenting philosophies of her native country and her adopted homeland were worlds apart. Struggling to decide what was best for her family, McGurk embarked on a six-month journey to Sweden with her two daughters to see how their lives would change in a place where spending time in nature is considered essential to a good childhood. Insightful and lively, There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather is a fascinating personal narrative that illustrates how Scandinavian culture could hold the key to raising healthy, resilient, and confident children in America.

Author : Richard Louv
Publisher : Algonquin Books
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2008-04-22
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781565125865

Get Book

Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv Pdf

“The children and nature movement is fueled by this fundamental idea: the child in nature is an endangered species, and the health of children and the health of the Earth are inseparable.” —Richard Louv, from the new edition In his landmark work Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv brought together cutting-edge studies that pointed to direct exposure to nature as essential for a child’s healthy physical and emotional development. Now this new edition updates the growing body of evidence linking the lack of nature in children’s lives and the rise in obesity, attention disorders, and depression. Louv’s message has galvanized an international back-to-nature campaign to “Leave No Child Inside.” His book will change the way you think about our future and the future of our children. “[The] national movement to ‘leave no child inside’ . . . has been the focus of Capitol Hill hearings, state legislative action, grass-roots projects, a U.S. Forest Service initiative to get more children into the woods and a national effort to promote a ‘green hour’ in each day. . . . The increased activism has been partly inspired by a best-selling book, Last Child in the Woods, and its author, Richard Louv.” —The Washington Post “Last Child in the Woods, which describes a generation so plugged into electronic diversions that it has lost its connection to the natural world, is helping drive a movement quickly flourishing across the nation.” —The Nation’s Health “This book is an absolute must-read for parents.” —The Boston Globe Now includes A Field Guide with 100 Practical Actions We Can Take Discussion Points for Book Groups, Classrooms, and Communities Additional Notes by the Author New and Updated Research from the U.S. and Abroad

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1951
Category : Military pensions
ISBN : UIUC:30112119651997

Get Book

Increase of Income Limitations on Non-service-connected Pensions for World Wars I and II. by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs Pdf

Author : Karen Schneller-McDonald
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501701597

Get Book

Connecting the Drops by Karen Schneller-McDonald Pdf

The need for improved water resource protection, beginning with grassroots action, is urgent. The water we use depends on networks of wetlands, streams, and watersheds. Land-use activities, however, are changing these natural systems. Often these changes result in ecological damage, flooding, water pollution, and reduced water supply. We need a healthy environment that sustains our personal and community health; we also need vibrant and sustainable economic development that does not destroy the benefits we derive from nature. Our ability to accomplish both depends on how well we can "connect the drops." In this book, Karen Schneller-McDonald presents the basics of water resource protection: ecology and watershed science; techniques for evaluating environmental impacts; obstacles to protection and how to overcome them; and tips for protection strategies that maximize chances for success. Schneller-McDonald makes clear the important connections among natural cycles, watersheds, and ecosystems; the benefits they provide; and how specific development activities affect water quality and supply. The methods described in Connecting the Drops have broad application in diverse geographic locations. The environmental details may differ, but the methods are the same. For water resource managers and concerned citizens alike, Connecting the Drops helps readers interpret scientific information and contextualize news media reports and industry ads—ultimately offering "how to" guidance for developing resource protection strategies.

Author : Janet A. Courtney,Jamie Lynn Langley,Lynn Louise Wonders,Rosalind Heiko,Rose LaPiere
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03-13
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781000547603

Get Book

Nature-Based Play and Expressive Therapies by Janet A. Courtney,Jamie Lynn Langley,Lynn Louise Wonders,Rosalind Heiko,Rose LaPiere Pdf

Nature-Based Play and Expressive Therapies addresses a wide range of healing modalities and case studies that can be used in both indoor and outdoor environments. Each chapter includes vignettes to support the interventions and approaches presented. Readers will find a diverse array of helpful handouts and topics explored, including tips for creating outdoor healing gardens and labyrinths, guidelines for using nature to address trauma, working with sandplay and storytelling in nature, adapting nature-based interventions via telehealth, and much more. Chapters focus on work with young children and teens in individual settings as well as work with families and groups, making this book an important read for a wide range of mental health professionals.

Author : Kerry J. Kennedy,John Chi-Kin Lee
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1044 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317439424

Get Book

Routledge International Handbook of Schools and Schooling in Asia by Kerry J. Kennedy,John Chi-Kin Lee Pdf

This comprehensive handbook is the ultimate reference work, providing authoritative and international overviews of all aspects of schools and schooling in Asia. Split into 19 sections it covers curriculum, learning and assessment, private supplementary tutoring, special education, gender issues, ethnic minority education and LGBTQI students in Asian schools. The volume displays the current state of the scholarship for schools and schooling in Asia including emerging, controversial and cutting-edge contributions using a thematic approach. The content offers a broad sweep of the region with a focus on theoretical, cultural and political issues as well as identifying educational issues and priorities, such as curriculum, assessment, teacher education, school leadership, etc., all of which impact students and learning in multiple ways. The Routledge International Handbook of Schools and Schooling in Asia brings together experts in each area to contribute their knowledge, providing a multidimensional and rich view of the issues confronting the region’s school and education systems.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Ways and Means. Subcommittee on Social Security
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : PSU:000020339227

Get Book

Obstacles that Prevent Women and Children with HIV-related Disabilities from Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Ways and Means. Subcommittee on Social Security Pdf

Author : National Conservation Training Center (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Conservation of natural resources
ISBN : MINN:31951D02703435C

Get Book

NCTC Journal by National Conservation Training Center (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) Pdf

Author : Karin Doull,Susan Ogier
Publisher : Learning Matters
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-18
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781529668766

Get Book

Teaching Climate Change and Sustainability in the Primary Curriculum by Karin Doull,Susan Ogier Pdf

The first aim of the DfE′s 2022 Strategy for Sustainability and Climate Change is to prepare all young people for a world impacted by climate change through learning and practical experience. This practical text for new teachers empowers them to develop their knowledge and understanding of climate change and sustainability. It supports them to develop confidence in discussing difficult themes and to create safe learning spaces that allow children to articulate concerns. The book provides a structure for learning and teaching about climate change and sustainability across the primary curriculum. All chapters are linked to relevant and authentic research and include suggestions for practical activities.

Author : Herbert Kuchen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-07-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783642225307

Get Book

Functional and Constraint Logic Programming by Herbert Kuchen Pdf

This book constitutes the refereed conference proceedings of the 20th International Workshop on Functional and Constraint Logic Programming, WFLP 2011, held in Odense, Denmark, in July 2011 as Part of the 13th International Symposium on Principles and Practice of Declarative Programming (PPDP 2011), the 22st International Symposium on Logic-Based Program Synthesis and Transformation (LOPSTR 2011), and the 4th International Workshop on Approaches and Applications of Inductive Programming (AAIP 2011). From the 10 papers submitted, 9 were accepted for presentation the proceeding. The papers cover current research in all areas of functional and logic programming as well as the integration of constraint logic and object-oriented programming, and term rewriting.