What are the goals of the Woodsy Owl Activity Guide?
Children need a solid foundation of active, hands-on, positive encounters with the natural world. Adults cannot expect very young children to instantly care about the complex issues behind such problems as acid rain and crowded landfills. All of these problems are too far removed from a child’s immediate experience. As their awareness and appreciation grows, a sense of responsibility and respect for their local environment will ultimately follow. The order of the activities in the Woodsy Owl Activity Guide reflect this philosophy.
