Finding Calm in Nature
Finding Calm in Nature has won the Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Award! The awards recognize “the best in environmental writing in adult nonfiction and children’s literature.” It also won “best nature book” by the Northern Dawn book awards and was honored as a finalist in the 2023 Foreword INDIES book awards for juvenile nonfiction.
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Each chapter of this practical guide explores a different element of nature and connects it with a mindfulness prompt designed to help kids manage their feelings. From dandelions to spider webs, children will uncover the lessons nature teaches about embracing a growth mindset, the benefits of living in community, and the transformative power of noticing the beauty around them. Breathing exercises, stretching, practicing mindfulness, and keeping a nature notebook are just some of the tools introduced to kids to equip them to navigate their feelings as they spend time outdoors.
