eeRESEARCH

Welcome to our collaborative research library!

eeRESEARCH combines research for environmental education and the movement to connect children and nature. The database includes multiple ways to search for articles, syntheses, and research summaries. 

This project is a partnership with Children & Nature Network and NAAEE. Funded by the Pisces Foundation with support from ee360 and the U.S. Forest Service. Learn more.

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Elements of the human-nature relationship differ across cultures

Dornhoff, M. ., Sothmann, J.-N. ., Fiebelkorn, F. ., & Menzel, S. . (2019). Nature relatedness and environmental concern of young people in Ecuador and Germany. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00453

Guidelines and practices for nature-based activities with young children tend to lack a comprehensive approach to early childhood education for sustainability

Inoue, M. ., Elliott, S. ., Mitsuhashi, M. ., & Kido, H. . (2019). Nature-based early childhood activities as environmental education?: A review of Japanese and Australian perspectives. Japanese Journal of Environmental Education, 28. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.5647/jsoee.28.4_21

Children in nature-based and traditional preschools are equally prepared for kindergarten

Cordiano, T. ., Lee, A. ., Wilt, J. ., Elszasz, A. ., Damour, L. ., & Russ, S. . (2019). Nature-based education and kindergarten readiness: Nature-based and traditional preschoolers are equally prepared for kindergarten. International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education, 6, 18-36.

Nature–based health interventions take a variety of forms, are designed around a range of health and well-being goals, and target different groups of people

Shanahan, D. ., Astell–Burt, T. ., Barber, E. ., Brymer, E. ., Cox, D. ., Dean, J. ., … Niemela, J. . (2019). Nature-based interventions for improving health and wellbeing: The purpose, the people and the outcomes. Sports, 7. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/sports7060141

Access to neighborhood parks and green space is linked to higher activity levels in children in Norway

Nordbo, E. ., Raanaas, R. ., Nordh, H. ., & Aamodt, G. . (2019). Neighborhood green spaces, facilities and population density as predictors of activity participation among 8-year-olds: A cross-sectional GIS study based on the Norwegian mother and child cohort study. BMC Public Health, 19. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12889-019-7795-9

Villainizing possums may further nativist views among young people in New Zealand

Ram, R. . (2019). No country for possums: young people’s nativist views. Australian Journal of Environmental Education, 35, 12-27.

Indigenous perspectives can help restore and protect sacred bonds between humans and the rest of the natural world

Perez, M. ., & Longboat, S. . (2019). Our shared relationship with land and water: Perspectives from the Mayangna and the Anishinaabe. Ecopsychology, 11, 191-198. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/eco.2019.0001

Outcome expectancy is key to understanding the link between childhood exposure to nature and children's pro-environmental behavior

Collado, S. ., & Evans, G. . (2019). Outcome expectancy: A key factor to understanding childhood exposure to nature and children’s pro-environmental behavior. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 61, 30-36. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvp.2018.12.001

Outdoor adventures may compensate for some negative mental health conditions associated with exaggerated screen time in adolescents

Mutz, M. ., Müller, J. ., & Göring, A. . (2019). Outdoor adventures and adolescents’ mental health: Daily screen time as a moderator of changes. Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning, 19, 56-66. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14729679.2018.1507830

A companion canine in the home may be beneficial for children with autism spectrum disorder & their families.

Harwood, C. ., Kaczmarek, E. ., & Drake, D. . (2019). Parental perceptions of the nature of the relationship children with autism spectrum disorders share with their canine companion. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49, 248-259. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3759-7

With limited funds, a community-based effort transforms a traditional playground into a naturalized setting supportive of enhanced play and learning

Moran, M. ., Brookshire, R. ., Coe, D. ., Flynn, J. ., & Shideler, M. . (2019). Partners through playgrounds: Building a play community. Children, Youth and Environments, 29, 153-163.

Some early childhood educators may need extended professional development to help them appreciate the value of nature-rich environments for young children

Wishart, L. ., & Rouse, E. . (2019). Pedagogies of outdoor spaces: An early childhood educator professional learning journey. Early Child Development and Care, 189, 2284-2298. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03004430.2018.1450250

Individual and environmental barriers may limit caregivers' ability to access their urban green spaces

Sefcik, J. ., Kondo, M. ., Klusaritz, H. ., Sarantschin, E. ., Solomon, S. ., Roepke, A. ., … Jacoby, S. . (2019). Perceptions of nature and access to green space in four urban neighborhoods. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16132313

Nature preschools offer active outdoor time and solidify parental commitment to nature play

Fyfe-Johnson, A. L., Saelens, B. E., Christakis, D. A., & Tandon, P. S. (2019). Physical activity and parental attitudes and beliefs of children attending a nature preschool. The International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education, 6, 3-17.

Childcare centers have room to improve in physical activity, screen time and outdoor learning environment policies and practices

Byrd-Williams, C. ., Dooley, E. ., Thi, C. ., Browning, C. ., & Hoelscher, D. . (2019). Physical activity, screen time, and outdoor learning environment practices and policy implementation: A cross sectional study of Texas child care centers. BMC Public Health, 19. https://doi.org/http://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-019-6588-5

Physiological responses to viewing nature support the usefulness of nature therapy for preventive medicine

Jo, H. ., Song, C. ., & Miyazaki, Y. . (2019). Physiological benefits of viewing nature: A systematic review of indoor experiments. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16234739

Family leisure activity in a park provides space and time for strengthening family bonds and for enhancing self-satisfaction and happiness

Chen, C. ., Yuan, Z. ., & Zhu, H. . (2019). Playing, parenting and family leisure in parks: Exploring emotional geographies of families in Guangzhou Children’s Park, China. Children’s Geographies. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14733285.2019.1676879

How does powerful knowledge come into play in a geography curriculum?

Virranmäki, E. ., Valta-Hulkkonen, K. ., & Rusanen, J. . (2019). Powerful knowledge and the significance of teaching geography for in-service upper secondary teachers – a case study from Northern Finland. International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 28, 103-117.

Swedish preschool children are aware of the environmental impact of different modes of transportation

Borg, F. ., Winberg, T. ., & Vinterek, M. . (2019). Preschool children’s knowledge about the environmental impact of various modes of transport. Early Child Development and Care, 189, 376-391. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03004430.2017.1324433

Climate change training for teachers should use a multidisciplinary, data-driven approach

Sezen-Barrie, A. ., Shea, N. ., & Borman, J. H. (2019). Probing into the sources of ignorance: science teachers’ practices of constructing arguments or rebuttals to denialism of climate change. Environmental Education Research, 25, 846-866.

Minority youth who participated in an environmental education and nature contact program reported improved overall health-related quality of life

Ekenga, C. ., Sprague, N. ., & Shobiye, D. . (2019). Promoting health-related quality of life in minority youth through environmental education and nature contact. Sustainability, 11. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su11133544

Green exercise may be good for children and youth, but a review of the research does not provide definite conclusions

Mnich, C. ., Weyland, S. ., Jekauc, D. ., & Schipperijn, J. . (2019). Psychosocial and physiological health outcomes of green exercise in children and adolescents – A systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16214266

Short-term conservation education and wildlife viewing program can increase conservation mentality

Smith, R. ., Witherington, B. ., Heimlich, J. E., Lindborg, R. J., Neidhardt, E. ., & Savage, A. . (2019). Public sea turtle watches serve as effective environmental education. Environmental Education Research, 25, 292-308.

Spending time outdoors increases children's chances of experiencing moments of happiness

Benita, F. ., Bansal, G. ., & Tunçer, B. . (2019). Public spaces and happiness: Evidence from a large-scale field experiment. Health & Place, 56, 9-18. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2019.01.014

Tailored outdoor adventure programs may promote students' well-being and personal adaptability as they transition from primary to secondary school

Slee, V. ., & Allan, J. . (2019). Purposeful outdoor learning empowers children to deal with school transitions. Sports, 7. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/sports7060134

A relatively short exposure to nature can remediate attentional fatigue in children

Johnson, S. ., Snow, S. ., Rainham, L. ., & Rainham, D. . (2019). Quasi-randomized trial of contact with nature and effects on attention in children. Frontiers in Psychology, 10. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02652

Green foliage plants enhanced attention and feelings of comfort in elementary school students

Oh, Y.-A. ., Kim, S.-O. ., & Park, S.-A. . (2019). Real foliage plants as visual stimuli to improve concentration and attention in elementary students. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16050796

Improving the quantity and quality of public open space in disadvantaged neighborhoods may help reduce mental health inequities

Alderton, A. ., Villanueva, K. ., O’Connor, M. ., Boulangé, C. ., & Badland, H. . (2019). Reducing inequities in early childhood mental health: How might the neighborhood built environment help close the gap? A systematic search and critical review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16091516

Early childhood environmental education should place connectedness to nature at the center and have environmental protection as its goal

Barrable, A. . (2019). Refocusing environmental education in the early years: A brief introduction to a pedagogy for connection. Education Sciences, 9. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/educsci9010061

Wellness and cultural identity can be strengthened for urban Indigenous youth by providing improved access to green spaces in the cities where they live

Hatala, A. ., Morton, D. ., Njeze, C. ., Bird-Naytowhow, K. ., & Pearl, T. . (2019). Reimagining miyo-wicehtowin: Human-nature relations, land-making, and wellness among indigenous youth in a Canadian urban context. Social Science & Medicine, 230, 122-130. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.04.012

The impact of garden-based learning on student understanding of relationships and decolonization

McVittie, J. ., Datta, R. ., Kayira, J. ., & Anderson, V. . (2019). Relationality and decolonisation in children and youth garden spaces. Australian Journal of Environmental Education; East Lismore, 35, 93-109.

Parental socialization styles may influence children's relationships with nature

Musitu-Ferrer, D. ., León-Moreno, C. ., Callejas-Jerónimo, J. ., Esteban-Ibañez, M. ., & Musitu-Ochoa, G. . (2019). Relationships between parental socialization styles, empathy and connectedness to nature: Their implications in environmentalism. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16142461

Designing urban vegetation to effectively support academic performance requires an understanding of the social and environmental context of the community

Hodson, C. ., & Sander, H. . (2019). Relationships between vegetation in student environments and academic achievement across the continental U.S. Landscape and Urban Planning, 189, 212-224. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.landurbplan.2019.04.027

Park renovation can substantially increase park use and levels of physical activity both in the short-term and over multiple years

Cohen, D. ., Han, B. ., Isacoff, J. ., Shulaker, B. ., & Williamson, S. . (2019). Renovations of neighbourhood parks; Long-term outcomes on physical activity. Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, 73, 214-218. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jech-2018-210791

Researchers call for more investigations into possible links between greenspace and academic performance

Markevych, I. ., Feng, X. ., Astell-Burt, T. ., Standl, M. ., Sugiri, D. ., Schikowski, T. ., … Heinrich, J. . (2019). Residential and school greenspace and academic performance: Evidence from the GINIplus and LISA longitudinal studies of German adolescents. Environmental Pollution, 245, 71-76. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2018.10.053

Residential exposure to green space is positively associated with the neurodevelopment of young children

Liao, J. ., Zhang, B. ., Xia, W. ., Z, C. ., Zhang, Y. ., Liang, S. ., … Li, Y. . (2019). Residential exposure to green space and early childhood neurodevelopment. Environment International, 128, 70-76. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.envint.2019.03.070

Green space in childhood is associated with lower risk of psychiatric disorders later in life

Engemann, K. ., Pedersen, C. ., Arge, L. ., Tsirogiannis, C. ., Mortensen, P. ., & Svenning, J.-C. . (2019). Residential green space in childhood is associated with lower risk of psychiatric disorders from adolescence into adulthood. PNAS. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1807504116

The association of residential greenness with behavioral outcomes depends on age and distance of green space from homes

Madzia, J. ., Ryan, P. ., Yolton, K. ., Percy, Z. ., Newman, N. ., LeMasters, G. ., & Brokamp, C. . (2019). Residential greenspace association with childhood behavioral outcomes. The Journal of Pediatrics, 207, 233-240. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2018.10.061

Children raised in greener neighborhoods exhibit better overall cognitive development, but the association is likely accounted for by socioeconomic factors

Reuben, A. ., Arseneault, L. ., Belsky, D. ., Caspi, A. ., Fisher, H. ., Houts, R. ., … Odgers, C. . (2019). Residential neighborhood greenery and children’s cognitive development. Social Science & Medicine, 230, 271-279. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.04.029

Promoting agency and activism may help children cope with climate change

Sanson, A. ., Van Hoorn, J. ., & Burke, S. . (2019). Responding to the impacts of the climate crisis on children and youth. Child Development Perspectives, 13, 201-207. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/cdep.12342

Learning outside the classroom can help children develop important skills for future success in the workplace

Pimlott-Wilson, H. ., & Coates, J. . (2019). Rethinking learning? Challenging and accommodating neoliberal educational agenda in the integration of Forest School into mainstream educational settings. The Geographical Journal, 185, 268-278. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/geoj.12302

Transforming a school's outdoor space can influence and shift its practices and culture

Bates, C. . (2019). Rewilding education? Exploring an imagined and experienced outdoor learning space. Children’s Geographies. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14733285.2019.1673880

More time outdoors is positively linked to eye health in children

Harrington, S. ., Stack, J. ., & O’Dwyer, V. . (2019). Risk factors associated with myopia in schoolchildren in Ireland. British Journal of Opthalmology. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bjophthalmol-2018-313325

Using outdoor learning as a tool to build interdisciplinary connections among students

Tan, E. ., & So, H.-J. . (2019). Role of environmental interaction in interdisciplinary thinking: from knowledge resources perspectives. The Journal of Environmental Education, 50, 113-130.

The wilderness setting of parent-child outdoor adventure programs may provide equalizing experiences and encourage role shifts in the family structure

Overholt, J. . (2019). Role shifts and equalizing experiences through father-child outdoor adventure programs. Leisure Sciences. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01490400.2019.1627966

Systematic review finding mixed results and studies of moderate quality recommends further research on the benefit of school green space for academic achievement

Browning, M. ., & Rigolon, A. . (2019). School green space and its impact on academic performance: A systematic literature review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16030429

Forest Schools should maintain core principles as they expand into different contexts

Dean, S. . (2019). Seeing the Forest and the Trees: A Historical and Conceptual Look at Danish Forest Schools. The International Journal of Early Childhood Environmental Education, 6, 53-63.

An interest-centered design framework can be used in the development of mobile technologies that support children's interest in nature

Kawas, S. ., Chase, S. ., Yip, J. ., Lawler, J. ., & Davis, K. . (2019). Sparking interest: A design framework for mobile technologies to promote children’s interest in nature. International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijcci.2019.01.003

Differences in risk perception in Portuguese youths

Martins, B. ., Nunes, A. ., & Lourenço, L. . (2019). Spatial risk perception among 9th grade students mainland Portugal versus the metropolitan area of Porto. International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 28, 194-210.

Music making in nature may help children experience spiritual moments

Adams, D. ., & Beauchamp, G. . (2019). Spiritual moments making music in nature. A study exploring the experiences of children making music outdoors, surrounded by nature. International Journal of Children’s Spirituality, 24, 260–275. https://doi.org/http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1364436X.2019.1646220