A free, evidence-informed slide deck that walks you through how children’s nervous systems respond to nature so you can support regulation, curiosity, and connection outdoors
If you're a parent of a neurodivergent kid wondering about their relationship with nature,
You might be noticing:
Your child prefers to be outside, but some environments are activating while others are calming.
Or, maybe your child struggles to settle outside instead of relaxing.
Regardless, many of us sense that fresh air alone is not enough to meet our child’s needs but we aren't sure what to do next.
You are not alone. Every child’s nervous system experiences nature differently. What feels calming and organizing for one child may feel overwhelming or activating for another.
This guide was created to help you make sense of those differences.
What's inside the slide deck?
A clear explanation of how children’s nervous systems respond to nature
Learn why outdoor experiences affect children in different ways and what regulation can look like in real life.
Research-informed insights, explained simply
Understand the connection between sensory input, movement, environment, and nervous system responses without clinical jargon.
Practical guidance you can use right away
Discover how to observe your child’s cues, adjust outdoor experiences, and choose environments that better support calm, confidence, and connection.