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To cultivate nature connectedness, fuel curiosity and keep plants and critters alive, we made rules.
Most children are curious explorers, so you don’t need to do much to cultivate their nature connectedness — just take them outside! The challenge is more about how to get out of their way while keeping them AND the plants and critters safe.
Ick. Ew. Gross.
These are a few words adults say about nature — in front of kids. I don’t think we even realize it.
Did I love finding a snail on my kitchen ceiling? Or an entire nest of baby spiders, on a stick, in my living room? Not exactly.
To cultivate nature connectedness, fuel my son’s curiosity and keep plants and critters alive, we have rules:
Don’t get me wrong, I will let him swat mosquitoes!
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How have you successfully taught the kids in your life about touching, holding and exploring nature safely?
Sincerely,
Lindsay Coulter, a fellow Queen of Green
How Not to Squelch a Kid’s Curiosity About Nature
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