One of the unique aspects of this book is its emphasis on using the outdoors for the learning environment. The author's firmly believe that you increase awareness about the environment when learners develop an appreciation for the outdoors. It is obvious that this happens in the context of nature. Discovering the Naturalist Intelligence provides excellent tips for taking your class outdoors, from behavior and environmental ethics to safety issues. Each chapter provides a variety of hands on activities to build and strengthen each of the identified process skills.
All activities have a field component, many of which can occur on school grounds.
The activities are well organized and thorough. The handouts are highly relevant and can be used as an evaluation tool. Perhaps the organization and format of each activity is what makes this book so relevant to the classroom teacher. Relevant literature is specified for each activity with an annotation. Concrete activities for students to demonstrate their learning and understanding.