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Humans crave connecting with the great outdoors. It’s called biophilia, and it’s why we bring nature into built environments, like schools. \u00a0Studies show the biggest benefits occur when we bring students into nature. Even the smallest amounts of “Vitamin N” matter:<\/p>\r\n
Regular contact with nature can improve students’ physical health, mental wellbeing, and cognitive, social-emotional, and motor functions.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n
Research has long shown that natural light and exposure to green spaces boost cognitive development.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n
Outdoor learning is a multi-sensory experience with changing stimuli – different sights, sounds, smells, and tactile opportunities. Each helps engage students and can even relieve attention disorders.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n
Kids report liking school more when lessons are held outdoors. They’re learning, but enjoying nature just for the joy of it.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Click the link below to view our new Flowform\u00ae Outdoor Brochure.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\u201cHumans crave connecting with the great outdoors. It\u2019s call biophilia, and it\u2019s why we bring nature into built environments, like schools. Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n