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ERIC Number: EJ515295
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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ISSN: ISSN-1065-5204
The Scripture of Maps, the Names of Trees.
Trimble, Stephen
Taproot, v9 n2 p2-5 Spr 1995
Examines the role of the outdoors in child development. The expanse of outdoors teaches humility, yet does not judge, thereby teaching self-esteem. Nature's diversity teaches that difference is the norm, thereby teaching tolerance. Small nearby places that children favor--trees, brooks, ponds--nurture a sense of home. Early outdoor experiences are the foundation of adult connections to nature. (TD)
Descriptors: Child Development, Childhood Interests, Developmental Stages, Discovery Learning, Early Experience, Essays, Experiential Learning, Outdoor Education, Parenting Skills, Personality Development, Play, Young Children
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Environmental Awareness; Nature; Sense of Place
Note: Journal availability: Coalition for Education in the Outdoors, Park Center, PO Box 2000, Cortland, NY 13045.