39 fun ways kids can play outside this spring
The days are getting longer, the birds are singing, and my kids are full of energy. Thankfully, spring offers many opportunities for children to get moving outdoors.
Active outdoor play: A healthy part of your child’s day
Children at every age need lots of active outdoor play, every day, to grow up healthy, happy, and physically literate. Yet many parents find getting kids outside isn’t as easy as it sounds.
- What can you do if the weather is too hot, too cold, too rainy, or too icy?
- How closely do you need to supervise kids at play in your backyard or at the local park?
- How are you supposed to get kids out the door when all they want to do is sit on the couch looking at their phone or watching TV?
The articles below offer our best tips and tricks to nudge your children to lace up their sneakers and have fun playing out in the fresh air!
Why I love watching my kids engage in risky play outdoors
There’s a steep hill in our local forest that my kids (ages one, four, and six) love to scale. It’s muddy, slippery, and full of tree roots, with ample opportunities to fall, get up, and fall again. I absolutely love watching them challenge themselves to do this, because I can see how it builds their … Continued
20+ nature activities for kids
These creative and explorative nature activities will help you and your kids get outside, learn new things, and have fun together.
How to give kids outdoor independence
Think “age appropriate”, as opposed to “over protective”
How to find adaptive and inclusive programs if your child has additional support needs
Here are some tips for locating adaptive and inclusive recreation and sports programming across Canada for your child.
15 fun old-fashioned activities for kids to play
Step back in time with these fun old-school activities for kids! Learn how to play sardines, marbles, elastics, and more.
Can technology help kids connect with nature?
Is there room in kids’ outdoor time for screens and apps? Learn how some Canadian programs are using tech to enhance experiences in nature.
6 ways to motivate tweens and teens to get active outdoors
Here’s how to gently encourage your tweens to put down their phone or laptop and get active—and having fun—outside.
6 of the best winter outdoor physical activities for kids
Winter is a great time for kids to try new sports. Here are a few of the best ones to get into this season!
6 budget-friendly winter activities for families
Skiing in the mountains isn’t always an accessible or affordable option. Here’s how to stay active as a family without breaking the bank.
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