Noah's Children: Restoring the Ecology of Childhood

I highly enjoyed this book and wish it would be read by all parents. Sadly, the ones who need it the most will be the least likely to pick it up. We live in a time when most people are demanding more schooling, more structure. This book says exactly what I feel, only much more eloquently. Kids who aren't connected to the environment certainly won't grow up to respect and love the Earth. Kids need to have time to "work" beside their parents. They need time for unstructured play. And most of all, they need time outside to learn about and love nature and the outdoors.

I can't recommend this book too highly. It was very easy to read, very entertaining, but don't mistake it, it packs a powerful message of loss and of hope. Loss of much of the natural world that should be our children's heritage & birthright to explore and enjoy. Hope in the suggestions she gives for ameliorating this situation. Any parent or prospective parent will benefit enormously from this book, as well as anyone who loves & cares about the world around us.