Place-based education

Place-based education means that learning happens in and about the local environment. That means your classroom could be your school garden or a field trip to a nearby park. Instead of just reading about science or history in a textbook, place-based education helps you learn by exploring the world around you.

For example, let's say you're learning about plants. In a place-based education lesson, you might visit a local farm or garden to see plants up close. You could also learn about the different types of plants that grow in your town and how they adapt to the climate. When you learn in this way, it can help you understand how things work in the real world and how they affect you.

Place-based education can help you connect with your community and see the important role it plays in your life. It also helps you appreciate the uniqueness of your community and environment.