Staying in

Imagine my delight, on the day after writing that last post, to pick up the new issue of Brain, Child magazine and to find this article as its feature. I have a whole lot to say about it... and look forward to the time (I know I'll find the time!) I'll need to do it justice... but in the meantime... here's a little photo response:

No, children do not need to go into nature to develop or nurture their sense of wonder.

But it helps.

Comments

[5orangepotatoes]

It's about balance really. That article is a little extreme and the author seems threatened. I agree that wonder can be found everywhere.

lisa

[Susan]

Balance, yes. But first some solid commitment and values. Ive never known anyone to have such a negative reaction to Louv, his book, his work. And so the essay is provocative simply in its opportunity to consider another perspective-- I so take for granted that people, parents especially, will be willing to support and promote their childrens relationship to the natural world. Seeing as the sustainability of our planet relies on those relationships, and all. So now we have a widely published and read article accusing Louv of fundamentalism. Yikes! But maybe also: Yeah! Because, if we are prompted to engage in increased dialogue about what we want for our children and communities, thats just gotta be a good thing. Thanks for all youre doing to inspire people to engage.