Check out this new video from The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey’s “Nature 101” series! “Adventuring with Children,” featuring Brenda Kessler of Children & Nature Network, explains how outdoor time specifically benefits kids physically, emotionally and developmentally. She emphasizes the many benefits of spending time in nature, including the development of gross motor skills and healthy vision, reductions in stress and building problem-solving skills. Brenda also shares tips and tricks for br

“When teachers take lessons outside, one of the positive benefits is it becomes a really inclusive space. A child or young person that may be struggling within the classroom can thrive learning outdoors because it’s a different way of learning,” says Carley Sefton, CEO of Learning through Landscapes. The UK-based nonprofit is empowering teachers and students to take learning outdoors by engaging in multiple strategic and practical approaches, including nature-based learning and social-emotional