{"product_id":"vitamin-n-the-essential-guide-to-a-nature-rich-life-9781616205782","title":"Vitamin N: The Essential Guide to a Nature-Rich Life","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVitamin N: The Essential Guide to a Nature-Rich Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Richard Louv, the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author who coined the term \"nature-deficit disorder,\" comes \u003ci\u003eVitamin N\u003c\/i\u003e—a comprehensive prescription for reconnecting with the natural world. This practical guidebook delivers 500 activities, inspiring essays, and actionable advice for families seeking to restore their relationship with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Nature Connection Resource\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 activities for children and adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDozens of inspiring and thought-provoking essays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScores of informational websites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown-to-earth advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Author of Last Child in the Woods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Louv's landmark work \u003ci\u003eLast Child in the Woods\u003c\/i\u003e brought widespread attention to children's alienation from nature, outlining benefits from boosting mental acuity and creativity to reducing obesity and depression. The \u003ci\u003eCincinnati Enquirer\u003c\/i\u003e noted it \"rivaled Rachel Carson's \u003ci\u003eSilent Spring\u003c\/i\u003e,\" while the \u003ci\u003eBoston Globe\u003c\/i\u003e called it \"an absolute must-read for parents.\" His follow-up, \u003ci\u003eThe Nature Principle\u003c\/i\u003e, addressed adult needs and outlined \"a new nature movement and its potential to improve the lives of all people no matter where they live\" (McClatchy Newspapers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePractical Guidance for the Whole Community\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVitamin N\u003c\/i\u003e serves as a one-of-a-kind, comprehensive guidebook for families and wider communities. The book includes tips for parents sharing nature with children, guidance for nature-smart schools, resources for medical professionals, and even career pathways. Perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Anxious Generation\u003c\/i\u003e, this book provides pure inspiration, reminding readers that looking up at the stars or walking in the woods remains as exhilarating as it is essential at any age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Richard Louv\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Louv\u003c\/b\u003e is a journalist and author of ten books, including \u003ci\u003eLast Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Nature Principle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eVitamin N\u003c\/i\u003e. Translated into twenty languages, his books launched an international movement connecting children, families, and communities to nature. He is cofounder and chair emeritus of the nonprofit Children \u0026amp; Nature Network. Louv has written for the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOutside\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, \u003ci\u003eOrion Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eParents\u003c\/i\u003e, and many other publications. He appears regularly on national radio and TV, lecturing throughout the world. In 2008, he received the Audubon Medal, joining prior recipients Rachel Carson, E. O. Wilson, President Jimmy Carter, and Sir David Attenborough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Louv's new book, \u003ci\u003eOur Wild Calling\u003c\/i\u003e, is available now.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Algonquin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681375523090,"sku":"9781616205782","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_f747482d-ab12-45dd-81d4-d6797dc941c1.jpg?v=1733952547","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/vitamin-n-the-essential-guide-to-a-nature-rich-life-9781616205782","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}