They were asked the question:
Here are some of the things they shared:
“Nature is everywhere, you just need to stop and look.”
Grace G
“Nature’s surprises are free!”
Bailey
“If we leave nature healthy as it is supposed to be, we’d become healthy too.”
Bettina
“Nature gives us the opportunity to be free.”
Gianna
This is just a snapshot of their feelings and thoughts. I was touched to hear that they felt so strongly about it, but I guess I would expect this from my class of nine-year-olds. They are forced outside whatever the weather, actively encouraged to dance in the snow and get excited when there's thunder and hail (there's been a lot this week!) The children at our school have developed a sincere and deep understanding and appreciation of the natural world through the enquiries of learning and focus on the seven principles of harmony.
