Research

In this issue of Volume 2, articles cover formative learning and later environmental advocacy and actions; preschool teachers' perceptions of nature; factors associated with nature connection; a book and resource list; and more.

In this volume, read articles on climate change education in early childhood classrooms; the role of materiality in pre-primary children's land art; a community of practice approach for supporting early childhood educators; Indigenous perspectives in children's literature; and more.

Read about the effect of interdisciplinary and sensory-based programs on preschool children's acquisition of the concepts of living and non-living things; Indigenous knowledge sharing and botanical literacies in early childhood education; journey to reconceptualization of children in nature; books and resources all about worms!

Volume 10, Number 1 of the International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education covers various topics, including outdoor play zones, a game-based testing instrument, and more.

Articles in this issue include topics ranging from leveraging the advantages of nature-based education before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring Swedish educators' views on promoting connectedness to nature, and more.

In this issue: Foster empathy in nature preschools, explore Alaskan family-led nature tours, experience map-making in forest preschools, delve into global concerns in sustainability education, learn about nature-based teacher preparation, and find captivating children's book reviews.