The Geography of Childhood

Why Children Need Wild Places

$23.00 US
Beacon Press
48 per carton
On sale Apr 30, 1995 | 9780807085257
Sales rights: World except AU/NZ

What may happen now that so many more children are denied exposure to wilderness than at any other time in human history?
This thoughtful presentation, testifying to children's need for direct contact with nature, has value for parents and those who work with children.
--Publishers Weekly

"A convincing case for the necessity of exposing children to nature."
--Kirkus Reviews

"I recommend this book for parents, teachers, and anyone interested in child development."
--Bloomsbury Review

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What may happen now that so many more children are denied exposure to wilderness than at any other time in human history?

Praise

This thoughtful presentation, testifying to children's need for direct contact with nature, has value for parents and those who work with children.
--Publishers Weekly

"A convincing case for the necessity of exposing children to nature."
--Kirkus Reviews

"I recommend this book for parents, teachers, and anyone interested in child development."
--Bloomsbury Review