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

In an age where digital screens dominate much of our time, the critical importance of outdoor play for children’s development is often overlooked. Engaging in outdoor play is not just a leisure ...

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 ...

Outdoor play helps children learn skills, develop physical strength, and benefits mental well-being. Time outdoors can also provide an opportunity to make friends. Outdoor play comes in many forms. It ...

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 ...

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 ...

Last fall I travelled to upstate New York and met Rusty Keeler, author of Natural Playscapes: Creating Outdoor Play Environments for the Soul. A few weeks later I made my way to Toronto, Ontario, to ...

Tanya Halsall receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Tanya Halsall is a member of Outdoor Play Canada. University of ...