2024 No Natural Environments Near Schools: Potential Benefits for Socio-Emotional and Behavioral Development in Early Childhood http://doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.12272 Scott, J. Taylor North America Observational Students Elementary (K-5) Green space Cognitive Function Stress/Anxiety natural environment Nature Preschool socio-emotional Development problems neighborhoods Exposure Behavior Teachers rated preschoolers’ behavior across school settings with varied tree canopy and impervious surface. More natural elements predicted greater emotional regulation and social skills. Results suggest schools and planners may promote early development through greening initiatives. 2018