When children's natural curiosity is encouraged, learning flows organically from stimuli encountered in the outdoors.

World of Wonder (WOW) is a FREE nature discovery program for families -- an opportunity for parents and children to explore, discover, and enjoy the wonders of the natural world together.

This is a list of some of our favorites. It is a work in progress. . .

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Play is not a break from the curriculum; play is the best way to implement the curriculum." -Bev Bos

Research continues to suggest that “nature deficit” is associated with childhood obesity, diabetes, behavior disorders, short attention span, sensory disorders, stress, anxiety, depression, and aggression.

A typical Forest School day at Woodland Discovery, in Concord, NC includes group activities and independent play and learning. We don’t follow a set curriculum, but we do have a rhythm to our day.

Our outdoor school philosophy is based on research that suggests experience in the outdoor world improves cognitive development, creativity, attention span, academic achievement, and gives them

As adults, we are often inclined to tell children when, what, and how to do everything. If children do not practice using some thought processes, how will they ever learn to think without us?