2024
No
Psychological benefits of a biodiversity-focussed outdoor learning program for primary school children
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvp.2019.101381
Harvey, Deborah J.
Europe
Experimental
Students
Elementary (K-5)
Green space
Stress/Anxiety
Cognitive Function
outdoor education
Biodiversity
mood
primary education
Wellbeing
biophilia
A yearlong school-based biodiversity curriculum for 8-11-year-olds improved mood and wellbeing compared to a control group. Benefits were strongest among initially nature-disconnected students. Suggests embedding nature-based learning in curriculum may improve student mental health.
2019