“Outdoor play is one of the types of play in a healthy ‘play diet’ for young children,” Wallace says. “There is so much evidence to support outdoor play as a healthy activity, and nature provides a ...

In the era of screens and structured activities, it’s easy to forget the simple joys and benefits of outdoor play for kids.

Safe outdoor spaces for children to play, such as public parks and playgrounds, provide the opportunity for children to exercise, push themselves, socialise and test their physical capabilities.

Sporty outdoor games for kids. Children are often involved in formal sports teams or clubs from a young age, ... spaced as far apart as you need. Children play one at a time, ...

Of 53,575 children born, 42,812 had data on outdoor play habits at age 2.5 years. In a survey, parents were asked, “Where do your children usually play (excluding home residences and daycare ...

The best outdoor toys for toddlers encourage active play, no matter the weather. Illustration: Forbes / Photos: Retailers “Toddlers like to watch what we do and imitate.

Much research supports young children’s need for movement, outdoor play and time in nature. Regulations in many places require kids in child care facilities to have access to outdoor play space, ...

Nature is a kind of therapy at TimberNook, where children play in the woods to heal behavioral issues. Courtesy TimberNook. Jumping off rocks. Climbing trees. Hanging upside down. Spinning so fast ...