Research shows that environment-centered education improves student achievement. Whatever your school’s setting—urban, suburban, or rural—learn to create outdoor learning spaces that can be used from year to year—with minimal extra effort and resources. Elementary and middle school educators will appreciate these standards-based lessons, including Earth and environmental sciences as well as interdisciplinary activities in math, social studies, and language arts. The book helps identify outdoor resources already in place and offers suggestions for finding new ones. Author and state science specialist Steve Rich also provides ideas for increasing community involvement and funding. Designed for educators of grades 3 through 8, from the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).

Author: Steve Rich