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Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder

The book delves into the concept of nature-deficit disorder, a term coined by the author, and examines how spending time in natural environments can contribute to the well-being of young individuals. It offers insights into the benefits of outdoor play and the potential consequences of a lack of nature in children's lives. more

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Richard Louv
Richard Louv

Richard Louv, born in 1949, is a renowned author whose work primarily focuses on the relationship between humans and nature, particularly the relationship between children and nature. Louv's works have had a profound impact on the fields of environmental protection and education. more

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“Stress reduction, greater physical health, a deeper sense of spirit, more creativity, a sense of play, even a safer life-these are the rewards that await a family then it invites more nature into children's lives.”

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“What happens when all the parts of childhood are soldered down, when the young no longer have the time or space to play in their family's garden, cycle home in the dark with the stars and moon illuminating their route, walk down through the woods to the river, lie on their backs on hot July days in the long grass, or watch cockleburs, lit by morning sun, like bumblees quivering on harp wires? What then?”

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