Tips and tricks for teachers: how connecting with nature can boost wellbeing of pupils Our guide to the best resources for schools in tackling ‘nature deficit disorder’ about 3 hours ago Michelle McBride The nature table that once held pride of place in every primary school has been uprooted in recent years – but many are reintroducing it back into its educational habitat. Photograph: iStock Pupils from St John’s Girls National School, Carrigaline, Co Cork, previous winners of the 4Home Superstores ‘Let’s Get Gardening’ primary schools competition. Photograph: Gerard McCarthy Previous Image
While wellbeing is the new buzzword in the school curriculum, many educators feel the key to positive mental health is something which has been with us all along.