2010 September | The BODY SMART Blog

Take it Outside: Music Play

29th September, 2010 - Posted by - 1 Comment

Music and movement go together, and the outdoors is the natural place for both! Share and Enjoy Read More

The Friday Five for September 24th

24th September, 2010 - Posted by - 4 Comments

Check out this week’s Friday 5! Five great play-related stories from around the web to help parents and educators stay informed. Share and Enjoy Read More

Five Easy Ways to Give Your Kids an Active Start

22nd September, 2010 - Posted by - 5 Comments

While many parents and educators think about teaching the ABCs and 123s to preschoolers, often the foundation for living an active lifestyle are left out of the mix. Here are five tips to get you started. Share and Enjoy Read More

10 Tips for Enhancing Your Outdoor Play Space

15th September, 2010 - Posted by - 4 Comments

Learn how you can improve an existing play space or design a quality, inviting space from the ground up! Share and Enjoy Read More

The Friday 5 for September 10th

10th September, 2010 - Posted by - No Comments

Check out this week’s Friday 5! Five great play-related stories from around the web to help parents and educators stay informed. Share and Enjoy Read More

The Play Movement — Jump in With Both Feet!

8th September, 2010 - Posted by - 4 Comments

Tweet “The consequences of play deprivation are profound — a growing crisis that threatens children’s health, fitness, and development. As free, outdoor play declines, fitness levels decline, waistlines expand, and a host of health problems follow, including obesity, heart disease, rickets, and a spiraling upturn in emotional and social disorders. The solutions are complex and » Share and Enjoy Read More

The Friday 5 for September 3rd

3rd September, 2010 - Posted by - No Comments

Check out this week’s Friday 5! Five great play-related stories from around the web to help parents and educators stay informed. Share and Enjoy Read More