ADHD? Take ‘em Outside!

21st September, 2011 - Posted by - 1 Comment

Have a child with ADHD? Learn how outdoor play in green spaces can help reduce symptoms, naturally. Read More

Learning Through Outdoor Play

14th September, 2011 - Posted by - 6 Comments

More than any worksheet or glittery art project that will ever hang on a refrigerator, the experiences of outdoor play and exploring nature will impact children in so many ways, and across every developmental domain. Read More

Media and Obesity: 10 Ways to Raise Healthy, Active Kids

7th September, 2011 - Posted by - 5 Comments

There’s no doubt that today’s media-heavy diet is contributing to the childhood obesity epidemic in our country and beyond. Check out these great tips to help reverse this alarming trend. Read More

Back to School Reminder: Dirt is Good!

1st September, 2011 - Posted by - 9 Comments

As the kids go back to school, us grownups need to remember the importance of play and time in nature. Read on for more good, dirty inspiration! Read More

Motorskill ABCs — Building Blocks for Healthy Development

24th August, 2011 - Posted by - 8 Comments

Learn about the three types of fundamental motorskills and why they are so important for a child’s healthy development. Read More

Creating Irresistible Outdoor Play Spaces: Sand

17th August, 2011 - Posted by - 5 Comments

The third part in our Creating Irresistible Outdoor Play Spaces series has us dipping our toes — and everything else — in the sand! Read More

Playopedia — Best Friend for a Preschooler’s Adult

10th August, 2011 - Posted by - 5 Comments

Looking for ideas for creative play-based learning to use at home or in your early childhood program? Look no further than Playopedia, an amazing free resource sure to inspire! Read More

Ideas for adding natural elements to your outdoor play space – Part 1

27th July, 2011 - Posted by - No Comments

Educator and writer Jenny Kable shares lots of easy ideas to help bring nature to your play space — and the photos are sure to inspire! Read More

Little Voices for Healthy Choices

20th July, 2011 - Posted by - No Comments

Movement, music, healthy nutrition and proper rest and sleep = the perfect recipe for children to find their own Little Voices for Healthy Choices. Read More

Healthy Eating, From the Grocery Store Up

13th July, 2011 - Posted by - No Comments

Guest blogger Tara Alley is writing about healthy eating and how parents and caregivers can make it the norm for children (and themselves!). Read More

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