Ecologica... - Children And Sustainable Development:
: Use real-world examples from both developed and developing countries (e.g., water quality testing in Ghana or disease prevention education in Peru) to show how children can solve local problems.
The book connects educational practices to major global frameworks: Children and Sustainable Development: Ecologica...
: Integrate scientific, social, and spiritual perspectives of ecology rather than teaching them in isolation. Focus on themes like interdependence, empathy, and belonging. : Use real-world examples from both developed and
: Aligning education with global climate mitigation and adaptation strategies. Implementation Tools : Aligning education with global climate mitigation and
: Incorporating the spiritual and ethical call to care for our "common home" as outlined by Pope Francis.
The book (2017) explores the role of children as vital agents of change in achieving global sustainability goals. Based on a 2015 Pontifical Academy of Sciences workshop , the text outlines how education and child development must adapt to face modern challenges like climate change, poverty, and inequality. Core Features of Ecological Education for Children
: Recognize that for children to act as agents of change, their basic needs—such as health, nutrition, and safety—must first be met. Key Scientific and Ethical Frameworks