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The smart cities movement, which seeks to optimize public wellbeing through the use of technology and data, and the biophilic cities movement are happening at the same time - but it rarely feels like these two movements are working together towards a common goal. Our guest today, Dr. Nadina Galle, hopes to change that. Nadina is an ecological engineer who studies emerging technologies that can enhance nature in urban environments, a concept she calls the Internet of Nature (ION). Her forthcoming book, "The Nature of Our Cities: Harnessing the Power of the Natural World to Survive a Changing Planet", offers insight and examples of how nature benefits when we use new technologies the right way. In this episode, we chat with Nadina about her impressive body of work and dive into some examples - from emailing and texting trees to AI robots that can actually perform a controlled burn with less smoke.Show NotesDr. Nadina GallePre-order The Nature of Our Cities: Harnessing the Power of the Natural World to Survive a Changing PlanetThe Internet of Nature (ION)Nature Has The Answers with Monica Olsen and Jennifer Walsh of Biophilic Solutions (Internet of Nature Podcast)How Central Park Keeps New Yorkers Healthy with Jennifer Walsh of Biophilic Solutions (Internet of Nature Podcast)Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv 

Chapter 1 Understand the idea behind Last Child in the Woods"Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder" is a book written by Richard Louv. In this book, Louv discusses the increasing disconnection between children and nature in modern society. He coined the term "nature-deficit disorder" to describe the negative consequences of this disconnection on children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.Louv highlights the importance of nature in a child's development and presents research, personal anecdotes, and case studies to support his argument. He explores various factors that contribute to the nature-deficit disorder, including the rise of technology, parental fears, and urbanization.Furthermore, the author offers solutions to combat this disconnect and advocates for creating opportunities for children to engage with nature, whether it be through outdoor activities, environmental education, or simply spending more time in natural environments."Last Child in the Woods" has had a significant impact on the discourse surrounding the importance of nature in children's lives, and it has influenced educators, parents, and policymakers to prioritize nature experiences for children.Chapter 2 Is Last Child in the Woods Worth the Hype?Yes, "Last Child in the Woods" by Richard Louv is widely regarded as a good book. It has received critical acclaim and has been influential in sparking conversations and movements regarding the importance of reconnecting children with nature. The book discusses the benefits of outdoor play and explores the effects of the growing disconnect between children and the natural world.Chapter 3 Overview of Last Child in the Woods "Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder" is a non-fiction book written by Richard Louv. In this book, Louv explores the growing disconnect between children and nature, which he calls "nature-deficit disorder," and discusses the adverse effects it has on their well-being.Louv argues that today's children spend less time outdoors and more time in front of screens, resulting in a decrease in outdoor play and exploration. This shift away from nature, Louv believes, leads to a range of problems including obesity, attention disorders, depression, and diminished appreciation for the natural world.Drawing on research and personal anecdotes, Louv emphasizes the importance of nature for children's physical, mental, and emotional development. He explores the benefits of unstructured outdoor play, such as improved creativity, problem-solving skills, and overall well-being.Additionally, Louv discusses the barriers preventing children from spending time in nature, including safety concerns, lack of access to natural spaces, and parents' fear of letting their children roam freely. He argues for the need to reconnect children with nature and suggests various strategies, such as creating nature-rich school environments, incorporating nature-based education, and encouraging parents to prioritize outdoor experiences.Ultimately, "Last Child in the Woods" serves as a call to action for individuals, communities, and society as a whole to prioritize and preserve the natural world for the sake of our children's health and future.Chapter 4 Last Child in the Woods Writer's Background The book "Last Child in the Woods" was written by Richard Louv, an American journalist and author. The book was first released in 2005.In addition to "Last Child in the Woods," Richard Louv has written several other books on similar...

Chapter 1 Understand the idea behind Last Child in the Woods"Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder" is a book written by Richard Louv. In this book, Louv discusses the increasing disconnection between children and nature in modern society. He coined the term "nature-deficit disorder" to describe the negative consequences of this disconnection on children's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.Louv highlights the importance of nature in a child's development and presents research, personal anecdotes, and case studies to support his argument. He explores various factors that contribute to the nature-deficit disorder, including the rise of technology, parental fears, and urbanization.Furthermore, the author offers solutions to combat this disconnect and advocates for creating opportunities for children to engage with nature, whether it be through outdoor activities, environmental education, or simply spending more time in natural environments."Last Child in the Woods" has had a significant impact on the discourse surrounding the importance of nature in children's lives, and it has influenced educators, parents, and policymakers to prioritize nature experiences for children.Chapter 2 Is Last Child in the Woods Worth the Hype?Yes, "Last Child in the Woods" by Richard Louv is widely regarded as a good book. It has received critical acclaim and has been influential in sparking conversations and movements regarding the importance of reconnecting children with nature. The book discusses the benefits of outdoor play and explores the effects of the growing disconnect between children and the natural world.Chapter 3 Overview of Last Child in the Woods "Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder" is a non-fiction book written by Richard Louv. In this book, Louv explores the growing disconnect between children and nature, which he calls "nature-deficit disorder," and discusses the adverse effects it has on their well-being.Louv argues that today's children spend less time outdoors and more time in front of screens, resulting in a decrease in outdoor play and exploration. This shift away from nature, Louv believes, leads to a range of problems including obesity, attention disorders, depression, and diminished appreciation for the natural world.Drawing on research and personal anecdotes, Louv emphasizes the importance of nature for children's physical, mental, and emotional development. He explores the benefits of unstructured outdoor play, such as improved creativity, problem-solving skills, and overall well-being.Additionally, Louv discusses the barriers preventing children from spending time in nature, including safety concerns, lack of access to natural spaces, and parents' fear of letting their children roam freely. He argues for the need to reconnect children with nature and suggests various strategies, such as creating nature-rich school environments, incorporating nature-based education, and encouraging parents to prioritize outdoor experiences.Ultimately, "Last Child in the Woods" serves as a call to action for individuals, communities, and society as a whole to prioritize and preserve the natural world for the sake of our children's health and future.Chapter 4 Last Child in the Woods Writer's Background The book "Last Child in the Woods" was written by Richard Louv, an American journalist and author. The book was first released in 2005.In addition to "Last Child in the Woods," Richard Louv has written several other books on similar...

 We often speak about how nature provides many benefits across all dimensions of well-being, which can have a long-term impact. Introducing children to different aspects of the natural world can help them in multiple aspects of their development and growth. Time in nature has been shown to boost creativity, enhance curiosity, increase empathy and cognitive functioning, and lower symptoms of anxiety. Nature-based educational systems have been shown to improve academic performance and critical thinking.Although this information is known, children have been spending less time outdoors.  Welcome to Episode Twenty-Three of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.  https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com On this episode, we sat down with the one and only Richard Louv. Richard is a renowned journalist and author of ten books, including the nature classic Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder; The Nature Principle; Vitamin N, and Our Wild Calling. Published in 24 countries, his books have helped launch an international movement to connect families and communities to nature.  Richard is a globally sought-after speaker who has Keynoted the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference, participated in the first White House Summit on Environmental Education, and Australia's International Healthy Parks Conference. He is the recipient of multiple awards for his ground-breaking work, including the Audubon Medal and the Cox Award. He is also a founder and chair emeritus of the nonprofit Children & Nature Network.  Join us as we talk to Richard about his personal journey within the natural world, what the term “nature deficit disorder” truly means, his impactful research and writings, and the many benefits of exposing children to nature.  Richard shares how access to evidence-based nature research has changed, what he has found to be some of the biggest barriers to getting kids outdoors, and how adults can implement nature exposure into the lives of children around them. This is an episode for children of all ages.  Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. It will help us extend the reach of these powerful messages. https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com We appreciate you all. Be Well-NOW Richard Louv Website: https://richardlouv.com/ Richard Louv's Books: https://richardlouv.com/books/Children & Nature Network: https://www.childrenandnature.org* The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produced, and graciously provided by the incredibly talented Phil and Niall Monahan.  

In this episode, I talk with Jill Emmelhainz, the mother of a 14-year-old differently-wired daughter who struggles with severe anxiety. Over the years, Jill and her husband noticed their daughter Anna's anxiety was greatly reduced when she spent time outdoors and in nature, so this past year, they decided to try something radical and fully immerse themselves in nature for extended periods of time to see what would happen. For six weeks in fall 2015 and five weeks in spring 2016, Jill and her daughter have hiked the Appalachian Trail in the eastern U.S. The result? During those weeks in nature, Anna's anxiety all but disappeared, and she's found ways to bring the learnings from those experiences back into her day-to-day life in a helpful way. JIll and her daughter's story is fascinating…we have a sense you'll think so, too! Jill Emmelhainz says: “I have had the privilege of raising and homeschooling our seven children. Travel and creativity have always been part of our family life. Now that we have only one child still at home, she and I enjoy outdoor adventures as a way to help her cope with significant life challenges.” THINGS YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:How trying something completely new and radical can sometimes have unexpected, positive consequencesThe power of having shared, powerful experiences with a child (especially one who's a teenager)Suggestions for getting kids more excited about and engaged in outdoor time and nature RESOURCES MENTIONED:Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard LouvJill's blog, The Big EpicSupport the showConnect with Tilt ParentingVisit Tilt ParentingTake the free 7-Day ChallengeRead a chapter of Differently WiredFollow Tilt on Twitter & InstagramSupport the showConnect with Tilt Parenting Visit Tilt Parenting Take the free 7-Day Challenge Read a chapter of Differently Wired Follow Tilt on Twitter & Instagram

A garden is a magical place!  It all began in a garden.  Mary, Colin, and Dickon discovered a garden's healing powers.  Children find themselves while playing in and tending to a garden.  “Time in nature is not leisure time; it's an essential investment in our children's health (and also, by the way, in our own)" Richard Louv.  In this week's episode, Carrie shares simple and inexpensive ways to sow the seeds of wonder in your children by planting a garden.  Even if you don't have a yard, the space, the budget, or even a green thumb,  starting a garden as part of your homeschooling is possible.  Pour yourself a cup of green tea, put your feet up, and take a little coffee break with Carrie.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:A Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard LouvRoots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots: Gardening Together with Children by Sharon LovejoyWe Are the Gardeners by Joanna Gaines and Farm Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of Country Life by Julia Rothman.Support the showTo purchase Carrie's homeschooling book, Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God), visit Amazon.com. To subscribe to Coffee With Carrie email newsletter and blog, visit https://coffeewithcarrie.org To hear more podcasts about homeschooling, subscribe to Coffee With Carrie Podcast. New episodes are dropped every Thursday.If you enjoy CWC Podcasts, we would love for you to leave a review and a 5-Star Rating. Click HERE#coffeewithcarriepodcast#justbreathesipcoffee#homeschoolencouragement#homeschoolwithcarrie#simplehomeschooling#sabbathhomeschooling

Our guest today is Ed Arnett, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer at The Wildlife SocietyEd has been a wildlife biologist, researcher, conservationist, and educator for more than 30 years. He has worked in the conservation policy and communications space in the last decade.Aha MomentThe day I truly learned that policy is vitally important for conservation and that most of what happens to ensure policies that positively impact wildlife and natural resources happens behind the scenes - where those responsible often never get any credit.  As an example, myself and several colleagues played very heavily behind the scenes of the recently passed Bi-partisan Infrastructure Bill that included a first-of-its-kind pilot program dedicated hundreds of millions of dollars to wildlife crossing structures…this program will help both people and wildlife, and most will never really know who helped make this happen.Favorite Aha Moment Quote: It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit. Harry S. Truman.Insight2GoAldo Leopold and his great concern that people would one day think breakfast comes from the grocer and heat from the furnace.Topics We DiscussedWhy should people care about wildlife biologists and their work?  Wildlife Policy and Management - why is policy important to people and wildlife?  Conservation funding and our current model of conservation in the U.S.Mediahttps://esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/fee.1982https://www.eenews.net/articles/sage-grouse-struggle-as-blm-and-states-search-for-answers/Books to ReadA Sand County Almanac (Outdoor Essays & Reflections) – December 12, 1986, by Aldo Leopold.Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder Paperback – March 17, 2006, by Richard Louv.Next Steps To learn more about The Wildlife Society, visit their website at http://wildlife.orgYou can also learn more about The Wildlife Society on these social sites:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewildlifesociety/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewildlifesocietyTwitter: https://twitter.com/wildlifesocietyLinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/grp/home?gid=1704017The Outdoor Adventure Series is a podcast production of Fox Coaching, Inc.

This week, we're diving deep into the intersection of democracy and the environmental movement, why it's imperative that all lawmakers agree to the rules of the game, and how biophilia might act as a bridge to the equitable, green future we want. We also weigh the merits of a circular economy and discuss what it means to be responsible citizens and stewards for future generations. Our guest is renowned scholar of environmental and political studies at Oberlin College David Orr, author of eight books, including Dangerous Years: Climate Change, the Long Emergency, and the Way Forward (2016) and co-editor of three others including Democracy Unchained: How To Rebuild Government For The People (2019). While at Oberlin, Dr. Orr led the effort to design and build the Adam Joseph Lewis Center, one of the first truly biophilic buildings in the United States. He is the recipient of numerous awards including the Lyndhurst Prize, a National Achievement Award from the National Wildlife Federation, and a Visionary Leadership Award from Second Nature.Show NotesAbout David OrrThe Oberlin ProjectThe Adam Joseph Lewis CenterDemocracy Unchained: How To Rebuild Government For The People, edited by David W. Orr, Andrew Gumbel, Bakari Kitwana, and William S. BeckerDangerous Years: Climate Change, the Long Emergency, and the Way Forward by David OrrDemocracy in a Hotter Time, presentation at Elon University (YouTube)Design with Nature by Ian L. McHargThe Biophilia Hypothesis, edited by E.O. Wilson and Stephen R. KellertDr. David Orr and Dr. Miranda Yaver on the Stand Up! With Pete Dominick PodcastChildren & Nature NetworkLast Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder by Richard LouvDoughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist by Kate RaworthKeywords: Biophilia, Climate Change, Climate, Environment, Policy, Politics, Environmental Policy, Biophilic Design, Nature, Wellness, Democracy, Economics, Circular Economy

Richard Louv, co-founder of the San Diego-based Children & Nature Network, author Richard Louv adds Vitamin N to his growing list of books encouraging us to get outside. Aimed especially at families eager to share nature with their kids, Louv's practical guidebook offers "500 Ways to Enrich the Health & Happiness of Your Family & Community." All are appropriate for Earth Day, but they're also fitting throughout the year. Through his 2008 landmark book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder, Louv brought international attention to a backyard crisis. We are unnaturally detached from our natural surroundings. A decade later, this clarion call to parents, policymakers, and pediatricians continues to resonate. Sadly, society still suffers from obesity, attention disorders, and depression. Fortunately, however, Louv's message has galvanized an international back-to-nature campaign to “Leave No Child Inside.” City folks inclined to develop an adversarial relationship with nature find Louv's ideas comforting. For instance, dirt can strengthen immune systems; sticks are perhaps the world's oldest toys; sunshine and water are for our use and pleasure. Louv invites these urbanites to step beyond their world of concrete and hand sanitizer, and, instead, gather courage as they build resilience and new outdoor skills.  Following Louv's charge to return to nature, adults report regaining their own sense of wonder. Those stepping outside are feeling a greater sense of work-life balance and freedom from frenzied family schedules. (For more ideas aimed at adults, see The Nature Principle: Reconnecting with Life in a Virtual Age by Richard Louv.)   Just how much "Vitamin N" do we need? Louv believes “Some is good, and more is better.” BUY Vitamin N: The Essential Guide to a Nature-Rich Life Please consider donating to Nonfiction4Life by visiting our Patreon page. RECOMMENDATIONS Check out other titles by Richard Louv: Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder (2008)  The Nature Principle: Human Restoration and the End of Nature-Deficit Disorder (2011) Read our blog about Frederick Law Olmsted, creator of New York's Central Park. Listen to Angela Hanscom (Episode 104) talk about her book, Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children, then buy the book. Connect with us! Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube  Website Special thanks… Music Credit Sound Editing Credit

In Episode 32, Gregg welcomes Dr. Darcia Narvaez. She is Professor Emerita in the Department of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame, and has recently been identified as one of the top 2% of scientists worldwide. She is author of many excellent books and articles, including one of Gregg's all-time favorites, Neurobiology and the Development of Human Morality: Evolution, Culture, and Wisdom. In this episode, she describes her conception of the "Evolved Nest," which maps the key social, physiological, and ecological features that foster healthy human socio-emotional and moral development. They explore how this Nest aligns with the UTOK Tree of Life, and the implications for society and human development.  Darcia's Homepage: https://darcianarvaez.com/ Darcia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/morallandscapes Darcia's Moral Landscape PT Blog: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/moral-landscapes The Evolved Nest: https://evolvednest.org/ Breaking the Cycle - Reclaiming Our Humanity with Our Evolved Nest: https://breakingthecyclefilm.org/ the 6-min. Film is on YouTube with subtitles in 15 languages: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_f4fzzFc8A --- Ressources mentioned in this episode:

In this episode I discuss wildschooling and what it means for us. I also give some ideas how we incorporate wildschooling in our family.I shared these resources:A Wilder Child This is Nicolette's web site with tons of great resources. Wildschooling FB Group This is an inclusive active FB group with tons of helpful resources and sharing of experiences. Recommended books:Balanced and Barefoot by by Angela HanscomThere's No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Akeson McGurkLast Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder by Richard LouvThe Rhythm of Family Discovering a Sense of Wonder Through the Seasons by Amanda Blake Soule and Stephen SouleThe Children's Forest: Stories & Songs, Wild Food, Crafts & Celebrations by Dawn Casey and Anna Richardson, et alI would greatly appreciate it if you enjoyed the podcast, please leave me a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Thank you in advance!Find me on Facebook where I post articles, live videos, and relevant resources for education and parenting.My website is www.learningoutsidethelines.com where you can listen directly if needed.Check me out on Instagram @Lattebooks2read where I post books, resources for learning, and snapshots of our homeschool life.Please feel free to send me comments, suggestions for episodes, or questions to outsidethelinespodcast@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Happy New Year 2021!  You made it! Please welcome my friend, Jon Hall, to the podcast. We talk self-care and counseling in this episode. Jon shares a little of his story and we dig into our own self-care journies.  Here are some resources mentioned in the episode:  Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Louv 

Angela Hanscom is a seasoned occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook, an internationally acclaimed camp model that offers innovative nature-based developmental programs for kids of all ages and abilities. In this podcast we talk about Angela's professional journey, beginning and ending in the great outdoors. We hope listeners learn about how to identify needs in their communities, design programs to meet those needs, and advocate for our profession as a whole. For those who would like to learn more about the TimberNook process or become a TimberNook provider be sure to check out Angela's website! The resources referenced in this podcast are listed below: TimberNook Website: https://www.timbernook.com/ (https://www.timbernook.com/) TimberNook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimberNook.Camps (https://www.facebook.com/TimberNook.Camps) TimberNook Instagram: timbernook1 TimberNook Twitter: @TimberNook Book Recommendations:  Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children by Angela J. Hanscom "The REAL reason children fidget — and what we can do about it" TedxPortsmouth Talk by Angela J. Hanscom Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life by Peter Gray Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv Education Theory Recommendations: Reggio Emilia Educational Theory Gross-Loh, C. (2014). Finnish education chief: 'We created a school system based on equality.' The Atlantic. https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2014/03/finnish-education-chief-we-created-a-school-system-based-on-equality/284427/ (https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2014/03/finnish-education-chief-we-created-a-school-system-based-on-equality/284427/)  Waldorf/Steiner Education American Occupational Therapy Association, (2020). Occupational therapy practice framework: Domain and process (4th Ed.). American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 74. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.74S2001 (https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2020.74S2001)

Between work and children's activities, time in nature can be hard to come by. For urban and suburban parents, nature can feel inaccessible. For parents and families that aren't "outdoorsy," getting in nature can feel daunting. However, there are many benefits of nature that might motivate us all to squeeze in some time in the great outdoors!   Research demonstrates that time in nature increases positive emotions; reduces stress, anger, and fear; decreases blood pressure, heart rate, and muscle tension; and improves attention and enjoyment in learning. Whether you are the most outdoorsy or a complete novice when it comes to getting outdoors tune in to this week's episode for tips for incorporating nature into your home, passions, travel, and even volunteering experiences. Listen as writer, nature psychology enthusiast and Happy Science Mom Blogger, Sandi Schwartz, discusses what she has learned as a mom and scientist about simple ways to enjoy the many benefits of nature.     WHAT WILL YOU DO TO ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF NATURE (MORE)?   What are you currently doing to integrate nature into your family's life? What have you noticed when you are in nature? Are there things that get in the way of spending time in nature? What might you do to bridge those barriers? What idea(s) from this show will you try with your children?     WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT NATURE BENEFITS AND SOME OF THE THINGS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE?   ❉ FINDING NATURE. Check out this website from Children & Nature Network for resources, events, and stories & insights to help you connect with nature.   ❉ 10 NATURE ACTIVITIES TO HELP GET YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC. Read this guest blog post by Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder, The Nature Principle, and Vitamin N.   ❉ GIVING YOUR CHILDREN THE BENEFITS OF NATURE EXPERIENCE: A CONVERSATION WITH THE DIRECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA’S LAB SCHOOL. Listen as University of Minnesota Lab school director Sheila Williams Ridge joins Marti & Erin to talk about why nature experience is so important, both at school and at home. She offers simple ways we can connect our children with nature, wherever we live and whatever our resources.

This book is a thought-provoking work which rivals the famous Silent Spring. Today, the ferocious wave of urbanization, the crises of environmental pollution, and the overwhelming tide of online information have hijacked the childhoods of countless children. The broken bond between our young people and nature, the high rate of illnesses such as childhood obesity, attention-deficit disorder, and depression, and the surge in the number of children with nature-deficit disorder are all biproducts of social progress. This book is an instructional guide aimed at healing the broken bond between our young people and nature.

Amidst the closing of schools nationwide, many parents are now taking on the task of educating their children at home. In this webinar recording, Andrew and Julie provide suggestions on cultivating a learning environment at home, share insights on the benefits of reading aloud, and explain the free language arts lessons IEW is offering to help families finish out the year.  REFERENCED MATERIALS: Click here to download the slides that accompanied the original webinar recording.  Humor in Teaching and Speaking by Andrew Pudewa Homeschool Help Facebook Group Why We Sleep by Dr. Matthew Walker Mastery Learning, Ability Development, and Individualized Education by Andrew Pudewa Khan Academy Nature Deficit Disorder by Andrew Pudewa Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder​ by Richard Louv​​ (Amazon Affiliate Link) "The Four Language Arts" Article Audio talk Listening | Speaking | Reading | Writing Anna Ingham Linguistic Development through Poetry Memorization Read-Aloud Revival "Surprised by Homeschooling" by Jennifer Mauser Free Language Arts Lessons from IEW "The Vulture" by Hilaire Belloc "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll Marco Polo  Trashy Town by Andrea Zimmerman Structure and Style® for Students  Toy Story The Jungle Book Beauty and the Beast Swiss Family Robinson Akeelah and the Bee Dead Poets Society The Scarlet and the Black The Sound of Music The Greatest Showman The Princess Bride The Scarlet Pimpernel Secondhand Lions Little Women The Indian in the Cupboard National Velvet Sergeant York Joe Versus the Volcano CenterForLit Homeschool Basics: How to Get Started, Keep Motivated, and Bring Out the Best in Your Kids by Tricia Goyer and Kristi Clover Enter drawing here Classical Conferences IEW Magalog Remember to send your questions to Podcast@IEW.com, and perhaps yours will be answered the next time we Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have any questions about IEW or our products, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team at 800.856.5815 or Info@IEW.com

How can our connections with animals transform our mental, physical, and spiritual lives? Journalist and author Richard Louv presented perspectives from his book Our Wild Calling, exploring the future of human/animal coexistence. He asserted that sharing our lives with animals can serve as an antidote to a growing epidemic of human loneliness, and help us tap into the empathy required to preserve life on Earth. Louv shared interviews with researchers, theologians, wildlife experts, indigenous healers, psychologists, and others to show how people are communicating with animals in ancient and new ways; how dogs can teach children ethical behavior; how animal-assisted therapy may transform the mental health field; and what role the human/animal relationship plays in our spiritual health. He reported on wildlife relocation and on how the growing populations of wild species in urban areas are blurring the lines between domestic and wild animals. Join Louv as he made the case for protecting, promoting, and creating a sustainable and shared habitat for all creatures—and building something that many of us long for in the age of technology: real connection. Richard Louv is a journalist and the author of ten books, including Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder, The Nature Principle, and Vitamin N. Translated into twenty languages, his books have helped launch an international movement to connect children, families, and communities to nature. He is co-founder and chair emeritus of the nonprofit Children & Nature Network, which supports a new nature movement. Louv has written for the New York Times, Outside magazine, Orion Magazine, Parents, and many other publications. Presented by Town Hall Seattle and North Cascades Institute. Recorded live in The Great Hall on November 19, 2019. 

Richard Louv introduced the term “Nature-Deficit Disorder” in 2005 with the publication of his best-selling book, “Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder.” He coined the phrase to serve as a description of the human costs of alienation from nature and it is not meant to be a medical diagnosis (although perhaps it should be). He argues that all of us, especially children, are spending more time indoors, which makes us feel alienated from nature and perhaps more vulnerable to negative moods or reduced attention span.

In 2005, acclaimed nature journalist and author Richard Louv coined the expression, "Nature Deficit Disorder," in his best-selling book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. The book sparked an international movement and greater awareness about the growing lack of human connection to the natural world. He discusses NDD and his new book, Our Wild Calling: How connecting with animals can transform our lives-- and save theirs released this week by Algonquin. According to the book jacket, Our Wild Calling makes the case for protecting, promoting, and creating a sustainable and shared habitat for all creatures. Louv suggests that strengthening the bonds we share with animals can help serve as an antidote to the growing epidemic of human loneliness.  Louv is the cofounder and chair emeritus of the Children & Nature Network.   animal care software  peppermint narwhal iReinforce.com    

In 2005, author Richard Louv published a groundbreaking book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder. That book resonated with people around the world, inspired what has been called “the new nature movement” and led to the founding of the Children & Nature Network, an international nonprofit linking children of all ages to nature and spurring research to documents the impact of nature experience on children’s health, learning and well-being.   Now, after four years of research, Rich has released his most recent book, Our Wild Calling: How Connecting with Animals Can Transform Our Lives – and Save Theirs. This book digs deeply into the importance of our connections to other species, from household pets, service animals, and horses to the bees in our gardens and the bears we may encounter in the woods and mountains. Tune in as Rich joins Marti & Erin, his good friends and fellow children and nature advocates, for a quiet, reflective glimpse into this just-released book. We suggest you find a quiet place outdoors -- or by a window with a view of nature – to listen to Rich Louv’s stories and insights and to reflect on what animals bring to your life and your children’s.   What have your own experiences with animals been over the course of your life? Think about pets and also animals in the wild. What have you learned from those experiences? What have those experiences meant to you? What opportunities do your children have to develop those connections with animals, and how do you support those connections?   Related Resources: To listen to the Practical Ideas to Connect Children and Nature podcast with Richard Louv, click here. To listen to Marti interview Richard Louv on MPR, click here. For Our Wild Calling book, click here. To read Animals Are Messengers In Richard Louv's Latest, click here. To read Connect your Grandkids to Nature, click here. To read Animals Are the Cure for Loneliness, click here.

Monday, November 4 at 2:00 pm Speaking in Maine takes us next to Portland for the annual Evening for the Environment gathering held by the Maine Conservation Voters with Governor Janet Mills and Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. The event celebrated the monumental policy victories of 2019 and inspired people to continue protecting Maine.

We are barraged by digital distractions to the point where it can warp our perspective. It’s profoundly challenging to hear ourselves think, let along carve out an identity of our own. So, how can we step out of this Matrix-like web of endless bombardment and live our own version of an excellent life? How can we learn to listen to and rely upon our own point of view? What does that take? Are there skills of self-reliance we can practice? Today, Jeffrey explores the art of mastering the entrepreneurial self with John Jantsch, the founder of Duct Tape Marketing and author of the forthcoming book, The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur: 366 Daily Meditations to Feed Your Soul and Grow Your Business. John explains how his curiosity informed his early days in business, discussing what living a life of excellence meant to him then and what it means now. He describes how the ideas of great mid-nineteenth century American thinkers like Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau and Margaret Fuller apply to contemporary entrepreneurs, challenging us to foster the self-trust necessary to uncover our personal passion and purpose. Listen in for John’s insight around the characteristics of a self-reliant entrepreneur and learn to listen to your own authority, nurture a sense of empathy and openness to growth, and evolve to become even more of yourself. Key Takeaways [0:02] Our addiction to information and digital distractions Challenge to hear self think, carve out own identity Learn to listen to + rely on distinct point of view [5:35] The portrait of a young John 7 of 10 children, freedom of time spent in woods Characterized by curiosity (attention-getting device) [8:57] How John’s curiosity informed his early days in business Confident in staying one step ahead of client Served in emerging digital marketing space [11:17] How John built and scaled his marketing firm Sell system to small businesses (traditional agency model) Back to working alone after 9/11, create online course Speaking, writing and building network of consultants [15:45] What a life of excellence meant to John early on Help clients develop strategy first, then tactics Explore link between curiosity and creativity [18:19] What inspired The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur Affection for mid-nineteenth century American thought Apply ideas to life of contemporary entrepreneur Need for self-trust and empathy to see connections [28:49] How John’s writing voice has evolved over time Write as member of audience (no first person) Hone art form of writing short passages [36:08] The relationship between self-trust and purpose Stop letting others control, trying to control outcomes Self-trust necessary for purpose to find YOU [38:19] The tension between the values and practice of self-reliance Technology + capitalism denies us pride of workmanship Disrupt digital matrix programming view of what’s true Foster wonder and appreciation of beauty as antidote [41:45] John’s practices for listening to our own authority Quiet the noise and seek solitude Seek opportunities to experience new things Get outside in nature, foster spiritual connection [45:36] How self-reliant entrepreneurs will change the world Goal to work much deeper on fewer things Nurture sense of empathy and openness to growth Give self break from judgement, need to compete [55:00] The evolution of a self-reliant entrepreneur Shift focus from passion to success to impact Continue to embrace change and growth Prioritize mentorship, most important work [1:03:14] The value of change by evolution vs. revolution Make profound change without crisis or drama Progression toward depth and richness Become more of self, able to engage and serve Slow down long enough to hear own voice Connect with John Self-Reliant Entrepreneur Duct Tape Marketing Email john@ducttapemarketing.com Resources A Wondrous Mind on 1440 Multiversity The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur: Daily Meditations to Feed Your Soul and Grow Your Business by John Jantsch Duct Tape Marketing: The World’s Most Practical Small Business Marketing Guide by John Jantsch “I Used to Be a Human Being” by Andrew Sullivan Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv Walden by Henry David Thoreau “Self-Reliance” by Ralph Waldo Emerson My Ántonia by Willa Cather Margaret Fuller Jay Baer Todd Henry The Daily Drucker: 366 Days of Insight and Motivation for Getting the Right Things Done by Peter F. Drucker The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman Sequoia Blodgett

Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv

Last Child in the Woods   “The woods were my Ritalin. Nature calmed me, focused me, and yet excited my senses.”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder     “It's a good thing to learn more about nature in order to share this knowledge with children; it's even better if the adult and child learn about nature together. And it's a lot more fun.”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder   “Time in nature is not leisure time; it's an essential investment in our chidlren's health (and also, by the way, in our own).”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder   “One of my students told me that every time she learns the name of a plant, she feels as if she is meeting someone new. Giving a name to something is a way of knowing it.”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder   “and old Indian saying: 'It's better to know one mountain than to climb many.”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder   “The physical exercise and emotional stretching that children enjoy in unorganized play is more varied and less time-bound than is found in organized sports. Playtime—especially unstructured, imaginative, exploratory play—is increasingly recognized as an essential component of wholesome child development.”  ― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder   Find Last Child in the Woods here (aff link): https://amzn.to/2KRYv2B   Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/   Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePartsPlay/   Inside Outside Michiana Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutsideMichiana/   Loose Parts Nature Play Website: http://insideoutsidemichiana.blogspot.com

Richard Louv, co-founder of the San Diego-based Children & Nature Network, author Richard Louv adds Vitamin N to his growing list of books encouraging us to get outside. Aimed especially at families eager to share nature with their kids, Louv's practical guidebook offers "500 Ways to Enrich the Health & Happiness of Your Family & Community." All are appropriate for Earth Day, but they're also fitting throughout the year. Through his 2008 landmark book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder, Louv brought international attention to a backyard crisis. We are unnaturally detached from our natural surroundings. A decade later, this clarion call to parents, policymakers, and pediatricians continues to resonate. Sadly, society still suffers from obesity, attention disorders, and depression. Fortunately, however, Louv's message has galvanized an international back-to-nature campaign to “Leave No Child Inside.” City folks inclined to develop an adversarial relationship with nature find Louv's ideas comforting. For instance, dirt can strengthen immune systems; sticks are perhaps the world's oldest toys; sunshine and water are for our use and pleasure. Louv invites these urbanites to step beyond their world of concrete and hand sanitizer, and, instead, gather courage as they build resilience and new outdoor skills.  Following Louv's charge to return to nature, adults report regaining their own sense of wonder. Those stepping outside are feeling a greater sense of work-life balance and freedom from frenzied family schedules. (For more ideas aimed at adults, see The Nature Principle: Reconnecting with Life in a Virtual Age by Richard Louv.)   Just how much "Vitamin N" do we need? Louv believes “Some is good, and more is better.” BUY Vitamin N: The Essential Guide to a Nature-Rich Life Other titles by Richard Louv: Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder (2008)  The Nature Principle: Human Restoration and the End of Nature-Deficit Disorder (2011) Read our blog about Frederick Law Olmsted, creator of New York's Central Park. Music Credit Sound Editing Credit 

Guest Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder, The Nature Principle, and most recently, Vitamin N: 500 Ways to Enrich Your Familys Health & Happiness, explains why its critical to create a nature-rich life; and describes childrens human rights to the natural worldRichard Louv

Our guests are Dr. Philip Hall and Dr. Nancy Hall, authors of Parenting a Defiant Child: A Sanity-saving Guide to Finally Stopping the Bad Behavior. SPEND: Little Director's Animated DrawingsSend in your child's art and this place will animate it (for $50) for 1:30 seconds. SAVE: Diaper Wallet from Ikea Hacker - Inspired by the Skip Hop $30 Diaper Changer, a woman makes a diaper carrier out of a $4.99 CD case from Ikea GIVE: StickkThis is a really interesting site that helps you accomplish your goals OR give to charity. You enter your goal and wager money that you will keep it. If you don't, your money goes to charity. AUDIBLE PICK: Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richar Louv Also, check out this NPR report that says that the percentage of Americans who spend time fishing, camping, or spending time in nature-based activities is declining. Nature has become something that we watch. YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Charlie Bit Me! Hosts: Megan Morrone and Leo Laporte Guests: Dr. Philip S. Hall and Dr. Nancy D. Hall Full show notes available on Megan's blog, JumpingMonkeys.com. Bandwidth for Jumping Monkeys is provided by CacheFly. The Jumping Monkeys theme is by Paul Minshall.