Gran Leon Books - Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder

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Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 155.418 EAN: 9781565126053 ISBN: 156512605X Label: Algonquin Books Manufacturer: Algonquin Books Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 390 Publication Date: 2008-04-10 Publisher: Algonquin Books Studio: Algonquin Books
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Editorial Reviews: Richard Louv was the first to identify a phenomenon we all knew existed but couldn't quite articulate: nature-deficit disorder. His book Last Child in the Woods created a national conversation about the disconnection between children and nature, and his message has galvanized an international movement. Now, three years after its initial publication, we have reached a tipping point, with Leave No Child Inside initiatives adopted in at least 30 regions within 21 states, and in Canada, Holland, Australia, and Great Britain. This new edition reflects the enormous changes that have taken place since the book—and this grassroots movement— were launched. It includes: • 101 Things you can do to create change in your community, school, and family. • Discussion points to inspire people of all ages to talk about the importance of nature in their lives. • A new afterword by the author about the growing Leave No Child Inside movement. • New and updated research confirming that direct exposure to nature is essential for the physical and emotional health of children and adults. This is a book that will change the way you think about your future and the future of your children.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Excelent Book Comment: Anyone who has kids, works with kids or ever was a kid (yes I mean everyone) should read this book! Customer Rating: Summary: Excellent book for an environmentalist! Comment: The book was in mint condition and arrived just in time to be given as a Christmas gift! Customer Rating: Summary: I'm a true believer Comment: Since I live in the woods and my grown children, with my grandchildren all live in the city, I purchased multiple copies of this book as gifts. Hoping to see them all more. Customer Rating: Summary: Inspiring Comment: I think every single parent should read this book and think deeply about the education we are providing our children. Customer Rating: Summary: Required reading for parents Comment: Every parent who grew up in the outdoors should read this and remember what it meant to be a child. Generations are loosing their connection to the land and the land is what made America great. Read it and get back out there with your children, or simply get back out there yourself. More Reviews