Moving classes outside deserves serious consideration not only for better ventilation, but also to introduce more education devoted to learning on, from and with the land.
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After the brief shock of food insecurity in the form of empty supermarket shelves, we might start thinking about having a Plan B and C based on local food sources and shorter supply chains.
New research will examine how the emerging farm-to-school movement can support local food systems, as well as providing healthy lunches for children.
Up to 25% of Ecuadorian children suffer from malnutrition, and the country's sugary school snacks aren't helping. Kids need healthful, fresh food — not high-calorie humanitarian aid.
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Paul Burton is a Friend of The Conversation.Professor of Urban Management & Planning and Director, Cities Research Institute, Griffith University
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