The fate of the environment will be decided within
the next couple of generations; the future of life on
this planet is ultimately in our hands and those of
our children. It depends on the choices we make
ever y day.
Nur turing a culture of care for the environment
star ts at home. Children learn by example and
helping them develop good habits will ensure a
generation of mindful, eco-conscious adults.
Senegalese environmentalist Baba Dioum is
famously quoted as saying, “In the end we will
conserve onlywhatwelove,wewillloveonlywhat
we understand,andwewillunderstandonlywhat
we are taught.”
Before we teach children about recycling,
conser ving energy and water, and limiting the
use of plastics, it is vital that they develop an
understanding of the role of Nature as our life-
suppor t system. A love of the natural world will also
go a long way to motivating them to protect it.
GET OUTSIDE
A love for the environment can be instilled by
getting your kids out into Nature. Singapore is full
For Mum and Dad
of beautiful, well-managed Nature reser ves
and parks, which will let your children experience
the wonders of the natural world firsthand. These
educational trips to the park cost nothing, and can
also be a great family bonding experience.WHY NOT TRY SOME OF THESE:
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
A great place for bird watching, especially
between September and March, when you have
an oppor tunity to spot migrator y birds like the
sandpiper and plover. The Reser ve also boasts
mangrove forests and mudflats, which act as
sanctuaries for all sor ts of fascinating creatures
like reptiles, crabs and mudskippers.
http://www.sbwr.org.sgA NURTURING
NATURE
HELP RAISE A GENERATION
OF PEOPLE WHO WILL CARE
FOR THE NATURAL WORLD
GOING GREEN!