"Nature's Classroom" - Forest kindergartens in the Tennessee valley

Research shows that spending time outdoors benefits overall health. For students and educators, it can also lead to academic success. Discover how local schools, both public and private, are taking the 'room' out of the classroom, using a European philosophy called 'forest kindergarten.'
For more information, visit: wauhatchie.com; ges.walkerschools.org
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