Health and Wellbeing in Nature - 2025

Explore the physical, mental and emotional benefits of nature and spending time outdoors.

Students will be challenged to consider how being in nature can contribute to positive emotional and physical wellbeing and discuss the importance of spending time outdoors. They will learn mindfulness techniques and explore the role nature can play in reducing anger, fear, anxiety and stress.

Students will

• Participate in activities to improve their connection to nature

• Explore the benefits of practicing mindfulness in natural environments

• Sample a taste of native tea

Key focuses

• Mindfulness

• Importance of nature to our health and wellbeing

Possible Curriculum Links

• Level 7-8: Health and Physical Education

• Level 9-10: Health and Physical Education

Teacher Resources

Health and Wellbeing in Nature Teacher Resource