Climate Mental Health: Connecting with Special Places in Nature

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• Teaching Tips
  Extension could be to "adopt" a location near the school that is taken care of by the class. If possible consider extending activity duration to at a full hour or more.
• About the Science
  Observation and connection with the natural world have been the catalyst for many of science's greatest discoveries. This lesson can help to serve as an introduction to the scientific process. Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.
• About the Pedagogy
  The impact and success of this lesson will be increased by providing students with an example/model that teachers create in advance to share. This lesson asks students to be vulnerable by sharing a place that is special to them, and that may not be comfortable to all. To help develop a willingness to share, consider trying some of the other activities in this lesson set such as the Emotions Wheel and Active Listening Skills.
• Technical Details/Ease of Use
  Easy to access