Nature’s Superpowers: Balancing Screen-Time With Outdoor Fun!
In this exciting class, kids will discover how being in nature and limiting screen time boosts their health. Through a story, educational facts, and activities, they’ll learn how the outdoors supports their physical and mental well-being.
Lauren Mosback, LPC, NCC
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. There is one homework assignment for each lesson.Grading
A certificate of completion or a letter grade can be provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
Join us for an exciting, nature-inspired adventure that fuels curiosity and boosts brain power! In this engaging and educational course, students will discover the powerful connection between nature and their mental and physical health, along with the role that balancing screen time plays in supporting overall well-being. Through activities, discussions, and reflective questions, kids will learn to appreciate the outdoors while developing healthy habits. Your child will learn how spending time outside can help them feel calmer, stronger, and happier, as they discover the benefits of fresh air, sunshine, movement, and more for both mental and physical health. They’ll also explore the importance of setting healthy screen time limits, uncovering the downsides of excessive screen use and the benefits of achieving balance. Through hands-on activities, kids will delve into fascinating facts about how nature reduces stress and anxiety while boosting mood, focus, strength, and energy. This class combines educational insights about nature and screen time with an engaging story and activities that capture the thrill of the outdoors. Additionally, kids will participate in nature-inspired mindfulness, affirmation, and gratitude exercises and receive a printable scavenger hunt and additional exercises to encourage continued outdoor exploration and enjoyment after class. This lesson fosters an appreciation for nature while equipping students with the tools to maintain a balanced lifestyle. Let’s help them unlock the power of nature, learn how to balance screen time, and feel their best!
Learning Goals
Understanding the Benefits of Nature: Understand the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of spending time in nature, like improved mood, reduced stress, and increased creativity.Awareness of Screen-Time Impact: Help students become aware of how much time they spend on screens and how it affects their mood, energy levels, and overall well-being.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Adventure Awaits: Discovering Nature’s Superpowers
A FUN AND EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURE!
Introduction - Overview of the course objectives
Book Reading - "Let's Grow on an Adventure: Finding Calm in the Joy of Nature" written by the teacher
Purpose: Inspire a love for nature and adventure, while introducing essential concepts related to the environment and wellbeing
Story Discussion - Review key words and ideas from the story and prompt children to reflect on the connection between nature and their own physical and mental health 1 assignment
10 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Mindful Moments: Discovering Nature's Boost for Body and Brain
Educational Discussion – Discover the mental and physical health benefits of spending time outdoors.
Presentation – Learn how time in nature connects to mindfulness, helping kids slow down, connect with themselves, and feel more in tune with the world around them.
Guided Activities – Practice nature-based mindfulness, affirmations, gratitude exercises, and enjoy a scavenger hunt. These engaging activities will be practiced during class and are available as downloadable resources 1 assignment
13 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Finding Balance: Nature’s Power vs. Screen Time
Presentation - Explore the benefits of limiting screen time and achieving a healthy balance. Kids will explore more of nature's superpowers and reflect on which aspects of nature they find most beneficial.
Reflection Questions - Students will engage with prompts designed to encourage deeper thinking about balancing screen time with other activities
Nature Power vs. Screen-Time - A fun quiz to check and reinforce learning. 1 assignment
15 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Setting Goals for a Happy Life: Screen Limits and Outdoor Fun!
Kids will learn how to establish screen-time limits and identify the importance of limiting screen use and finding balance for their well-being.
Goal Development - Drawing from their learning and personal reflections, students will set specific screen-time and nature goals focused on reducing screen time and increasing their outdoor activities. 1 assignment
10 mins of video lessons
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
In the first lesson, we will read the book : Let’s Grow on an Adventure: Finding Calm in the Joy of Nature written by the teacher, Lauren Mosback. This book highlights the physical and mental health benefits of nature.
Joined September, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
The teacher is a licensed mental health therapist and author, with both traditionally published and self-published works and a therapy practice in the state of Pennsylvania. She is passionate about inspiring kids to grow socially and emotionally, nurturing their strengths, and equipping them with the essential tools they need to succeed in life.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
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4 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 6-12
