Dunwoody Nature Center cites research favoring forest school for young kids
The center's forest school uses 22 acres along Wildcat Creek, and the center is a member of the Forest School Association.
Dunwoody Nature Center points to a 2023 review of studies on forest school for kids ages 3 to 6. The center says the review found children in forest school showed greater benefits than kids in indoor classrooms in cognitive function, motor coordination and balance, connection to nature, and health and well-being.
The center wrote, "every log is a balance beam, every creek is a science lab." Its 22 acres along Wildcat Creek serve as the classroom, and the center is a member of the Forest School Association.
From Dunwoody Nature Center· Instagram · Oct 16
Open the post“Does learning outside actually help kids grow? Research says yes. 🧠🌿 A 2023 review of studies on forest school for kids ages 3–6 found that children in forest school showed greater benefits than kids in indoor classrooms in: 🧠 Cognitive function 🤸 Motor coordination and balance 🌳 Connection to nature 💛 Health and well-being It makes sense. Out here, every log is a balance beam, every creek is a science lab, and every "how do we build this fort?" is a real problem to solve. 🪵🔍 At Dunwoody Nature Center, our 22 acres along Wildcat Creek are the classroom. As proud members of the Forest School Association, we're part of a worldwide community committed to quality Forest School for all. 🌍 🔗 Link in bio to explore our forest school programs”
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