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Nature Explore is a collaborative program of Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Educational Research Foundation
2015 Dimensions Foundation; USDA Forest Service. National Environmental Justice Conference and Training March 2015
Resources and
programs that support
making nature an
integral part
of childrens daily lives
Research
The single most
important factor in
developing personal
concern for the
environment was
positive experiences
in the outdoors
during childhood.
Cross-cultural research
study by J.A. Palmer
Our Research
Students who spend
time in well-designed
Nature Explore
Classrooms with
nurturing adults develop
valuable
skills across all
learning domains.
(Miller 2007)
Nature Explore
Classrooms
A National Model
Childcare Centers
Schools
Nature Refuges &
Forests
Zoos
Museums
Libraries
Faith-based Centers
Classroom
Certification
2 Staff Development
Nature Explore Educator Workshops
3 Family Involvement
Nature Explore Families Club and At Home With Nature
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Milwaukee, WI
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In Progress
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Resources
Woodsy Owl
Lend a Hand, Care for the Land
natureexplore.org
July 19-22,
2015
Lied Lodge and Conference Center
Nebraska City, NE
Questions?
Thank you!
www.natureexplore.org
www.fs.fed.us/learn/kids
2015 Dimensions Foundation
3-2015