Benefits of outdoor classrooms

“There are many benefits of outdoor classrooms, some include physical, cognitive and psychological”. The benefits of outdoor classrooms, support children’s development in many areas.

Physical:
o   An increase in physical development, capability and activity
o   Setting up patterns for an active, healthy lifestyle
o   Fewer children suffering from diseases such as obesity, Diabetes and ADD/ADHD

 Cognitive:
o   Stronger language, problem-solving and communication skills through projects and group activity
o   Developing an interest in science and math through connecting with nature
o   Fostering learning through self-initiation, control and personal responsibility

Psychological:
o   Happier children
o   Higher, more positive self-esteem
o   Effective relationship building in a cooperative, non-competitive environment
o   Building a healthy and balanced internal psychology from time spent alone
o   Manifesting classroom harmony
o   Social-emotional mastery


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