In Germany, strains to the general childcare system come before the teaching content implemented in it. Especially in large cities, the supply of childcare places at the municipal level is rather not sufficient. There are more children looking for a…
Take a look at the new GreenGUARDens newsletter and learn about the pedagogic sequences we developed: GG Newsletter Vol 3 – EN
Education for Environmental Sustainability and Green Entrepreneurship in Cyprus are relatively new dimensions for teaching. In public schools at all levels, the common national curriculum does not include explicit elements that refer to Environmental Sustainability. The national curriculum does not…
The Green GUARDens Virtual Learning Lab is now online! Kindergarten teachers can find interactive, gamified modules on the topics of: Environmental Sustainability Green Entrepreneurship Inclusive Education In addition, each topic is accompanied by micro-challenges, which test what has been learned…
Accessibility focuses on removing physical, social, or technological barriers that prevent individuals from accessing products, services, or environments. It involves providing accommodations or modifications that make it possible for everyone to use or participate in a particular product, service, or…
Accessibility refers to the ease of access to a product, service, or location for people with special needs or other barriers, such as language or technology limitations. It involves designing and providing accommodations that remove barriers and ensure that everyone…
Inclusion refers to the act of creating a welcoming and supportive environment that values and respects the diversity of all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or other characteristics. It involves actively seeking to include…
Motivation plays a key role in educating children about the environment. Motivating is being able to make someone eager to do something. Motivation is closely connected to values – to the question: why am I doing this? You need to…
The European Green Deal will improve the well-being and health of citizens and future generations by providing: fresh air, clean water, healthy soil and biodiversity renovated, energy efficient buildings healthy and affordable food more public transport cleaner energy and cutting-edge…
What is one of the first things that springs to mind when speaking about protecting the environment at the kindergarten? Recycling of the trash. This is a good example of the reactive approach – the problem is already there, and…
Carry out an experiment with children: put one plastic bag on the ground and leave it for a week or two. Check the grass under that bag, and show the children the damage caused by a single bag . It…
Environmental sustainability refers to making thoughtful choices and taking actions that protect the delicate balance of nature. It involves making responsible decisions to ensure that our actions do not harm the environment, so that nature can continue to thrive and…
The urgency of global climate change requires the redefinition of interdisciplinary educational goals and contents in school curricula related to green entrepreneurship education and sustainable development. Using the framework of the UN’s goals for sustainable development (SDGs), the Green GUARDens…