What's new on my website? QUESTING!

QUESTING/GOING ON A QUEST
Check out the new page “QUESTING” in the Nature-Based Learning section.                                                                          
What is questing? It is my simple way of saying going on a quest. A quest is usually described as a journey or an adventure, and involves looking or searching for something. It is often believed to be long and difficult, but it does not have to be. The element of challenge, however, is important. It is an active process, a verb, but can also be a noun, both the act and the action taken to achieve it. It is frequently intentional, although what may be discovered along the way, in the process, will most likely include lots of surprises. There is tremendous value in setting an intention, articulating a goal, and actively pursuing something. Outcomes have a better chance of being impacted. Directions in one's life may be chosen. A sense of personal power may be derived from taking charge. Self-esteem is built from experiencing success and accomplishment. This idea/concept works so well with children. I hope some of my activity suggestions on the Questing page are useful. 
A few ideas:

• Brainstorm all the things that you can think of that are related to going on a quest.
• Brainstorm possible quests (for example, to see particular flora or fauna, to find something special, or to discover something new).
• Ask questions in the process.
• Sing a song (Suggestions on the Questing page).
• Write a poem or make up a new song.
• And More….

 
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