Enjoying the playground. Image by Tim Sandle. Enjoying the playground. Image by Tim Sandle. Safe outdoor spaces for children to play, such as public parks and playgrounds, provide the opportunity for ...

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

This story is sponsored by Lifetime Products. As summer approaches, children ditch their snow boots and put on their sneakers to play outside in the sun. The right play activities can go beyond ...

Retrospec reports that 96% of parents agree outdoor time boosts kids' moods, though many struggle with screen time ...

Even before the pandemic, young children already faced high rates of obesity, more time indoors and on screens, limited physical activity, compromised emotional health and a growing detachment from ...

Outdoor play is vital for children's holistic development, offering significant benefits beyond mere enjoyment. It enhances physical health, boosts mental and emotional well-being, and fosters crucial ...

Is it just me or are screens dominating much of our children’s (and our own!) lives? It seems like a good time to remind all of us, parents and non-parents, that the importance of outdoor activities ...

Play is an expected part of childhood. In fact, play is an essential part of childhood. The importance of play, particularly unstructured, free play, has been well documented. We witness this not only ...

Outdoor play is very important for kids. It helps them grow strong and smart. Playing outside makes their bodies healthy. It also boosts their brains and helps them learn better. Outdoor time reduces ...