Helping children value and appreciate nature

Bullock, Janis R.

doi:10.1007/bf02361407

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“…This game interacts more with nature. This is consistent with research, that children naturally want to know about their world and enjoy exploring their environment (Bullock, 1994). This is consistent with the results of research that early childhood education, environmental education, and social-emotional support help improve children's development in a holistic manner.…”

Section: Environmental Educationsupporting

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Environmental Education Transformation in Early Childhood Trhough Horse Racing at Dompu Tribe

2019

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This study aims to examine the role of traditional horse racing games in the tribes of the Dompu tribe, Indonesia. This study uses a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods. The subjects of the study were five young jockeys aged 4-8 years and seven horse owners. Data were collected through observation, interviews, documentation and focus group discussion (FGD). Data were analyzed using domain analysis techniques, taxonomic analysis, componential analysis and theme analysis. The results of the study indicate that the transformation of enviromental education in early childhood through horse racing games is done by growing children's concern for the environment and caring for animals, such as horses. During the process of horse racing, children are not permitted to damage nature and hurt animals. Therefore, horse racing becomes a means of enviromental education for children for the sake of the preservation of nature. Horse racing is also one of the most environmentally cared tourist destinations for local people. Another important finding is that the traditional horse racing game in the Dompu tribe has become a medium of transformation of enviromental education of for early childhood. This study informs that the transformation of environmental education can be done since children are aged 4 years through traditional horse racing games. This research can also be a reference for early childhood education practitioners to create a special school for children who have a hobby of riding horses.

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Section: Environmental Educationsupporting

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Environmental Education Transformation in Early Childhood Trhough Horse Racing at Dompu Tribe

2019

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“…Nature education and outdoor experiences help children gain a respect for living things, stimulate their curiosity, and provide them with meaningful life experiences (Cooper Marcus, 1992;Bullock, 1994). Gardening and environmental education programs promote positive attitudes toward the environment in elementary school children (Jaus, 1984;Skelly and Zajicek, 1998;Waliczek and Zajicek, 1999).…”

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Children's Active and Passive Interactions with Plants Influence Their Attitudes and Actions toward Trees and Gardening as Adults

Lohr¹,

Pearson-Mims²

2005

horttech

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A nationwide phone survey of attitudes toward urban trees, participation in civic or educational activities, and memories of childhood experiences with gardening and nature was conducted with 2004 adults in large urban areas. We analyzed the influence of 11 childhood experiences and five adult demographic characteristics on three items: “Trees in cities help people feel calmer,” “Do trees have a particular personal, symbolic, or spiritual meaning to you?” and “During the past year, have you participated in a class or program about gardening?” Growing up next to natural elements such as flower beds, visiting parks, taking environmental classes, and gardening during childhood were associated with stronger adult attitudes and more actions. Growing up next to urban elements, such as large buildings, had a small, but opposite, influence. Demographics played a role in adult attitudes and actions. While both passive and active interactions with plants during childhood were associated with positive adult values about trees, the strongest influence came from active gardening, such as picking flowers or planting trees. These results indicate that horticultural programs for children raised in urban surroundings with few or no plants can be effective in fostering an appreciation for gardening in adults.

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“…Based on what we found, some teachers explained that learning is by book and in our surroundings -nature. The value of nature education is that children can get a foundation to help them in making sense of their world, and they will have a more comprehensive understanding of the reallife context that they cannot get only from books in Bullock, 1994. Children will also develop a deep curiosity, respect, and appreciation for nature (Bullock, 1994). Therefore, when the teacher encourages parents to take their children to nature while they are working, it is an effective strategy to continue children's learning process with the parents' help.…”

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How do preschool teachers perceive students’ development in difficult times? A photovoice study

Kiling

Boeky

Tugu

et al. 2023

Research in Education

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Young children’s development is a crucial period determining their adult outcomes. Through adversities caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, preschool teachers play an essential role in nurturing children’s development. This study has the objective to explore preschool teachers’ perceptions of their students’ development throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 12 Teachers living in West Timor, Indonesia, were involved in the photovoice process. The qualitative data analysis resulted in three overarching themes: cooperation between teachers and parents, alternative stimulations of child development, and uncomprehensive child development. More support on options and alternatives for facilitating young children’s remote learning is needed to maintain a stable and comprehensive development process in this pandemic.

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Helping children value and appreciate nature

Cited by 9 publications

References 4 publications

Environmental Education Transformation in Early Childhood Trhough Horse Racing at Dompu Tribe

Environmental Education Transformation in Early Childhood Trhough Horse Racing at Dompu Tribe

Children's Active and Passive Interactions with Plants Influence Their Attitudes and Actions toward Trees and Gardening as Adults

How do preschool teachers perceive students’ development in difficult times? A photovoice study

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