{"id":8306,"date":"2023-08-10T12:29:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T16:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teachersfirst.com\/blog\/?p=8306"},"modified":"2023-08-10T12:21:28","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T16:21:28","slug":"exploring-natures-treasures-how-national-parks-enrich-classroom-learning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teachersfirst.org\/blog\/2023\/08\/exploring-natures-treasures-how-national-parks-enrich-classroom-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring Nature&#8217;s Treasures: How National Parks Enrich Classroom Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<cite>Frank Lloyd Wright<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As educators, we strive to create engaging and impactful learning experiences for our students that connects them to the real world. While classroom instruction plays a crucial role, the world beyond the school walls offers invaluable opportunities for growth and inspiration! With their breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems, national parks are ideal settings to foster a deeper connection to nature and learning. This blog post discusses how incorporating national parks into the classroom can enrich student learning.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/teachersfirst.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2023_AUG_10_National_Parks_De-Los-Santos.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/teachersfirst.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2023_AUG_10_National_Parks_De-Los-Santos-200x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/teachersfirst.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2023_AUG_10_National_Parks_De-Los-Santos-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/teachersfirst.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2023_AUG_10_National_Parks_De-Los-Santos-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/teachersfirst.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2023_AUG_10_National_Parks_De-Los-Santos.png 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Park Tours <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National parks are teeming with historical significance and fascinating wildlife. Unfortunately, not all students have had experiences exploring these places of natural wonder. That\u2019s why leveraging a virtual park tour can significantly impact a student\u2019s connection to nature. Educators can now lead virtual park tours from the classroom through different platforms or webinars. For example, The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) offers innovative ways for people to connect with and experience these national treasures. One remarkable initiative is the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/parkit.npca.org\/tagged\/virtualtours\" target=\"_blank\">virtual tours<\/a> they provide, allowing us to explore the beauty of these parks from the comfort of our homes or, in this case, our classrooms! Furthermore, Google Earth has many <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/earth.google.com\/web\/@45.19097711,-112.84773272,5837.91767012a,10151661.51968479d,35y,0h,0t,0r\/data=Ci4SLBIgZGMzOTYwMDBmZGM2MTFlNjk3ZjYxYjMxZWFiNDNjN2QiCG92ZXJ2aWV3\" target=\"_blank\">360 tours of national parks<\/a> in North America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Digital Storytelling and Podcasting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An extension activity that can be added to any national parks research or virtual tours is to encourage students to create digital stories or podcasts about their favorite national parks or parks that they\u2019ve learned about and would be interested in visiting. On our TeachersFirst website, you can find a collection of suggested <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersfirst.com\/spectopics\/podcastcreators.cfm\" target=\"_blank\">podcast creators<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Citizen Science<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contributing to citizen science projects within national parks offers students a unique opportunity to actively engage in scientific research and conservation efforts. By participating in these investigations, students can witness firsthand the significance of data collection and analysis in the scientific process.&nbsp;This <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/subjects\/citizenscience\/be-a-citizen-scientist.htm\" target=\"_blank\">website<\/a> provides a comprehensive list of citizen science projects sponsored by different national parks. Additionally, students can take the initiative to design and conduct their own projects, utilizing resources like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.citizenscience.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">Citizenscience.gov<\/a> or platforms like iNaturalist (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.teachersfirst.com\/single.cfm?id=12773\" target=\"_blank\">reviewed here<\/a>) to explore their curiosity and make meaningful contributions to the field of science. By participating in citizen science, students become active stewards of nature, embracing their role in safeguarding the natural heritage within our national parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discovering Forest Bathing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku in Japanese, is the art of immersing oneself in the natural environment&#8217;s sights, sounds, and scents to achieve a state of mindfulness and rejuvenation. Studies have shown that spending time in nature reduces stress, boosts creativity, and improves overall well-being. Educators can help students develop a sense of mindfulness and empathy for nature by introducing the concept of forest bathing in the classroom. Learn more about forest bathing and how to start this practice in your classroom by visiting <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.childhoodbynature.com\/forest-bathing-listening-to-the-trees-and-bowing-to-the-flowers\/\" target=\"_blank\">this site.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bringing national parks into the classroom through technology opens up a world of educational possibilities and opportunities for all students! By utilizing virtual park tours, and digital storytelling, educators can spark students&#8217; interest and create environmentally-conscious learners! 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