Background Youth are increasingly aware of the negative effects of climate change on the
planet and human health, but this knowledge can often come with significant affective …

There is empirical evidence suggesting a positive link between direct experiences in nature
and people's environmental attitudes (EA) and behaviors (EB). This has led researchers to …

The biodiversity crisis demands greater engagement in pro‐nature conservation behaviours.
Research has examined factors which account for general pro‐environmental behaviour; …

From adding richness and variety to learning, to redesigning a playground, this highly
accessible text will provide early years practitioners with a wealth of ideas on how to foster …

In two studies, the role of nature experiences and social norms during childhood is explored
next to adulthood biospheric values, connectedness to nature, environmental identity, and …

The climate crisis not only has significant impacts on biodiversity and the physical health of
humans, but its ramifications are also affecting people's mental health. Eco-anxiety, or the …

To effectively confront the enormous environmental challenges the earth is currently
experiencing, people will need to adopt more pro-environmental behaviours. In particular, a …

Exposure to natural outdoor environments (NOE) is associated with health benefits;
however, evidence on the impact of NOE exposure during childhood on mental health (MH) …

Childhood presents heightened vulnerabilities and unique opportunities in the context of
climate change. Even very young children view the environment as a moral concern …

Serious attention and investments are being made by local, regional, and national
organizations into policies and programs geared toward reconnecting children with nature to …