Curriculum and Teaching

The Importance of the Between Time

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Article

Mass Audubon Nature Preschools

With five licensed nature preschools, Mass Audubon serves as a leader in New England in the nature-based early learning movement.

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Volume 6, Number 2

Articles in this issue include topics on a crossroads between teacher training and nature-based learning; the nature and nurture of resilience; picture books as ecoliteracy enhancements; an investigation into nature-related routines and preschool children's affinity to nature; the case for nature connectedness as a goal on early childhood education; diverse representations of children in nature inspired books; and more.

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Journal
Research

Squaxin Island Child Development Center

After being approached by their state licensor in 2016, the Squaxin Island Child Development Center began their journey to open their first licensed, outdoor preschool class. The outdoor program has already expanded to include two classes, with a growing waiting list.

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Shelton, WA

Juniper Hill School

Juniper Hill School for Place-Based Education opened in 2011 on 42 acres of beautiful, nature-rich landscape. This landscape serves as more than a backdrop to learning. Students learn from and about the landscape, establishing a lifelong connection with the land.