The famous biologist E.O. Wilson recently made the case that overprotective soccer-moms are killing our childrens' interaction with the natural environment. Today, more than ever, parents are protecting their children from danger, dirt, risk and consequently - discovery. Over-scripted activity planners prevent kids from playing in the dirt and discovering the mysteries of nature. A trip to the local zoo or botanical garden is no replacement.

Children who eat dirt have better immune systems and children who play with dirt tend to have more interest in dirt and the millions of organisms that live in, on, and above it. Kids need to discover things on their own, and the best way to appreciate nature - and sustainability - is to let them play with it first hand. Set your kids' curiosity free. 

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