Angela Capps emphasizes that pushing edges—like challenging kids to balance on natural rocks without parental aid—fosters independence, a core principle of nature-based education.
David Sobel highlights that nature-based education’s premise is simple: having children outdoors significantly benefits their development, enhancing creativity, resilience, executive function, and overall school readiness.
The sharp increase in nature preschools—200% rise since 2017—reflects growing concerns over children's digital immersion and the mental health crisis, especially exacerbated by the pandemic.
With approximately 800 nature preschools currently operating in the U.S., the movement is gaining momentum, attracting attention from parents increasingly valuing safe, engaging outdoor learning environments.
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