Looking for a great way to keep your kids entertained and active without breaking the bank? Look no further! This article is all about free outdoor activities for kids. From fun games to outdoor play, there’s something for kids of all ages to enjoy. So, gather the whole family and head out to your local […]
Screen time in children under two years of age is a growing concern as the use of digital devices becomes increasingly prevalent in our daily lives. Research suggests that excessive screen time at such a young age can negatively affect children’s development, including cognitive, emotional, and social aspects. As parents and caregivers, it is crucial […]
If you’re like a lot of adults, your favorite childhood memories probably include swimming in lakes and building forts in your backyard. That’s less true for children today. It is important for healthy development to provide opportunities for Summer outdoor activities for kids. Only 6% of children ages 9 to 13 play outside on their […]
Looking for some ideas for your children to play in the snow? For some areas, the snow is an amazing sensory motor experience right outside your door. Yesterday, we got 30″ of snow overnight! Trust me, it is a lot of snow! Why not take advantage and get outdoors for some great sensory motor experiences […]
Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course – Movement and Learning Did you know research has shown that 5-20 minute movement breaks can positively many aspects of learning? This sidewalk chalk obstacle course includes aerobic activity, balance skills, proprioceptive input, outdoor time and academic concepts! It is super easy to set up. How to Create the Sidewalk Chalk […]
3 Evidence-Based Reasons Why Spending Time Outdoors Helps Children’s Vision Did you know that children aged 10 to 16 now spend only 12.6 minutes a day on vigorous outdoor activity compared with 10.4 waking hours being relatively sedentary? Or what about the fact that almost 50% of preschoolers do not experience even one parent-supervised outdoor play […]
When asked to participate in this blog hop with a recommendation for a favorite summer time activity, I knew what my answer was right away. Sidewalk chalk is my absolute favorite. Depending upon how you use it, sidewalk chalk can encourage physical activity, fine motor, gross motor and visual perceptual skills. Now of course […]
Fall happens to be one of my favorite seasons. In upstate New York it is the calm before the storm. It begins to get chilly but we also have some great outdoor activities to enjoy. Plus, we try to take advantage of any nice days before the bitter cold of the winter sets in. To […]