Children and Nature: Making Connections

“I walked into the first college biology class prepared for quizzes, exams, flash cards and memorization. I had no idea that I was about to experience a new kind of learning… Dr. Russell imparts his understanding of nature, inspiring students to engage and contemplate nature in ways we have never been taught to do. I remember learning about  plant reproduction. He took our class on a field trip to the Early Learning Center, to look at the most beautiful sunflowers growing there. My fear of bees was turned into an absolute love and fascination for the creature…Dr. Russell always provides his students with a bigger picture that allows for holistic learning.”