Because this is for very young children and the intent is to foster an affinity with the natural world, differing viewpoints and theories are generally not offered. Depth Material addresses links between subjects and their causes and affects within systems as is appropriate for this developmental level. 2.1 Awareness 100 2.2 Focus on concepts 100 2.3 Concepts in Context 100 2.4 Attention to different scales 100 2.5 Encourage learners to apply systems thinking 100 3. Action Orientation Curriculum encourages learners to be environmentally responsible citizens. 4.1 Sense of personal stake and responsibility 100 4.2 Self-efficacy 100 5.
Some activities are above the developmental level for the students they are trying to reach.
Partnerships with community members and organizations would work well but there are no suggestions on implementation. 80 5.8 Assessment 100 6. This curriculum is well organized, easy to use and to adapt for particular needs.