The American Horticultural Society has joined more than 1,000 organizations taking part in the No Child Left Inside Coalition. This coalition encourages children to wonder about the natural world learning as they go. The NCLICoalition wants to increase environmental education opportunities at your school. Celebrating environmental education and its impact on children’s learning, health and leadership.
In their official video below, you’ll find statistics that are hard to believe. For instance, it’s hard to believe that a study found that children can identify over 1000 company logos, but only 10 plants and animals native to their own backyard.
Also, not so hard to believe, is a 2005 study from the California Dept of Education which found that children who studied in outdoor classrooms increased their science scores by 27%.
I’ve known for a long time the benefits of getting kids outside. I’m excited to find out that this No Child Left Inside Coalition is doing what it takes to “Get ‘Em Outside”
View the official NCLICoalition video “Get ‘Em Outside” below
