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Everyone wants to see children becoming joyful, engaged learners who actively seek out knowledge with curiosity and enthusiasm. We also want them to continue growing into well-adjusted individuals who can thrive in school and in the complex, problem-saturated world we all face. They need to be equipped with the social emotional skills to confidently express themselves, focus on learning and critical thinking, get along with classmates from diverse backgrounds, regulate their emotions in age-appropriate ways, and tackle new experiences with flexibility and an open heart and mind. More time learning and playing in nature can help prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset they will need in the future.