For all knowledge and wonder (which is the seed of knowledge) is an impression of pleasure in itself. -Francis Bacon

There is a growing movement of educators who understand that the solution to childhood obesity, and a disconnection to the natural world, is rooted in active nature education programs for children. Schools are building outdoor classrooms,Adventure Playgrounds are growing increasingly common, Early Learning and Care Centres are planting gardens, and administrators are drafting policies about the importance of environmental education.