School's Out: Lessons from a Forest Kindergarten

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This film is available to order or buy as a resource for your school or community. School's Out tells the story of a Forest Kindergarten in Switzerland. The film shares vivid examples of the benefit of outdoor learning through interviews with parents, educators, students and alumni. It is a wonderful tool for educating about how to use nature as an environment for fostering social emotional growth and empowering children to thrive.

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  • Educator Training
  • Early Childhood
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