Connecting with Nature

David Suzuki is a huge inspiration to me. Not only has he managed to raise awareness to take care of the environment, he’s also very humble and down to earth — two qualities I admire in a person. When David talks, I take notice. And I’m certainly glad I did in regard to his newest release: Connecting With Nature: An educational guide for grades four to six.

Studies have shown that spending time in nature can help kids develop in areas such as memory, problem solving, and creativity. Not only that, it’s fun! From doing walkabouts to generating discussions, this guide will get kids, parents, and teachers talking about nature. It also includes suggestions for cutting down on energy consumption at home and learning about the products you use. There’s even recipes for all-natural toothpaste and a homemade shampoo!

My favourite activities are the ones that involve being outdoors. The nature scavenger hunt is a great way to learn what exists around you. Finding a spider’s web or  a bird’s nest is exciting! And it gives you a first-hand look at the wonders of nature.

I highly recommend this guide for the classroom. The resources in this guide will help you get one step closer to loving the environment around you.

Click here for more information about the guide.

-Kim, owlblog@owlkids.com