Mexican Devil (Ageratina adenophora synonym Eupatorium adenophorum), commonly known as Crofton weed, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to Mexico and Central America. Initially grown as an ornamental plant, it has now become invasive into forests, hillslopes, roadside and farmlands. It forms dense colonies and prevents the seedlings of nativeContinue reading “Weeding invasive Mexican Devil (Ageratina adenophora) in the hillside: Nature based learning and outdoor education activity”
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Building a Home for Bugs: The Educational Benefits of Insect Houses in Early Childhood Education
Insects play an essential role in our ecosystem, and early childhood is the perfect time to teach children about their importance. By building insect houses, children can experience the joy of creating a home for these tiny creatures and learn about their habits and behaviors. Moreover, insect houses can help young children learn about sustainability,Continue reading “Building a Home for Bugs: The Educational Benefits of Insect Houses in Early Childhood Education”
Making insect house: Nature based learning in early childhood education
Insects are an important part of any ecosystem, and children can learn a lot about them by observing them and providing them with a habitat in which they can live. A child’s natural inclination to build things can be put to good use in creating a home for insects. In this regard, nature-based learning isContinue reading “Making insect house: Nature based learning in early childhood education”
Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education
It’s springtime in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie and the sun is shining bright over this beautiful abode of Oak trees. This is a perfect weather to do nature walks in the hillside to experience the intricate bond which mother nature shares in each and every corner of this beautiful landscape. So, I decided toContinue reading “Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education”
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