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Book SynopsisAn exploration on naturalistic learning within Nature Kindergartens and Forest Schools. This 2nd revised edition provides a balance of academic research and case studies of children's voices, to explore all the facets of setting up and co-ordinating a Nature Kindergarten and Forest School wherever you are based in the world.
Trade ReviewClaire Warden is leading the way in an approach that is 'grounded in earth type thinking,' where anything is possible. Claire shares with you her experiences of people she has met acrosss the globe, how they have influenced her, (what she does not write about is how she has influence them). She is a pioneer who is principled and passionate about her work with young children, not just children in Scotland, she expresses a care of the world itself. She took a leap of faith setting up her Nature Kindergartens and her bravery has influenced (and contirnues to influence) many others who have been motivated by Claire's convictions about children. Her passion is evident throughout the book. Lynn McNair O.B.E.
Table of Contents1. Creating a vision 2. Why a Nature Kindergarten 3. A place where children are capable, competent learners 4. A place whre adults and children enjoy eachother's company 5. A place whre there is a strong sense of family, community and fellowship 6. A place that gives a sense of belonging 6. A place that gives a sense of belonging 7. A place of trust and democracy 8. A place where you are consulted 9. A place to Work in harmony with nature 10. A place where people work in 'Nature Time' 11. A place of journeys and transitions 12. A place with access to the "wild" 13. A place of high play affordance 14. A place to explore the interconnectedness of the earth 15. A place to explore risk 16. A place to feel the dark 17. A place where creativity is 'natural' 18. A place that is the 'environment' in every aspects 19. Sustainability of the approach 20. Bibliography
