Abstract
Nature-based learning has become more popular in the United States since COVID-19, and incorporating nature-based learning including books about the natural world aligns with children’s natural curiosity, and desire to actively explore through play. Indeed, nature-based learning has many benefits ranging from supporting child development, promoting social-emotional well-being, and creating an inclusive learning environment for multilingual students. Reading nature-based literature and providing access to nature-based literature is a holistic methodology teachers should include in their classroom. This paper highlights the benefits of nature-based learning and provides a variety of topics and resources teacher can utilize.
Recommended Citation
Hill, J., & Wheeler, D. (2026). Inspiring Multilingual Children to Explore the Natural World Using Nature-Based Literature. Journal of English Learner Education. (19)2.
Retrieved from https://stars.library.ucf.edu/jele/vol19/iss2/5
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