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By certifying your Nature Explore Classroom, you'll network with other educators and caregivers to share—and gain—ideas for connecting young children with nature.

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Benefits of Certifying Your Outdoor Classroom

Why Certify Your Nature Explore Classroom?

  1. Certified classrooms join a growing network of schools and organizations committed to reconnecting children with nature.
  2. A specially designated Nature Explore Classroom Web site and online Forum will offer access to the latest news and research on children and nature while providing a place to share ideas.
  3. Upon certification, the Arbor Day Foundation will send a press release to your local media to stir interest and awareness and potential for fundraising.
  4. You’ll receive an eye-catching sign to officially designate your outdoor space as a Certified Nature Explore Classroom.