29 fun games kids can play in the snow
Kids love to play in fresh snow. With these active ideas, they’ll never run out of games to play outdoors this winter!
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!
Be a lifeguard to your child’s “risky” play
Risky play is a hot button topic in parenting. Are you “overprotecting” your children? Or are you “putting them at risk” by allowing them to climb the monkey bars at the park? Researchers are telling us that risky play is necessary for healthy child development. It’s essential for developing confidence and the ability to manage … Continued
How to dress for the weather in every season
We’ve all heard the saying—there’s no bad weather, only poor clothing. Here are some tips for dressing appropriately for outdoor play.
Why kids need to play with mud, tires, fire, and junk
The Vivo Play Project gives kids the opportunity to let loose, play freely, and get dirty.
Your guide to the best winter walking trails across Canada
If you’re wondering where to walk this winter, check out this province-by-province guide to some of the best winter trails across Canada.
Why free play is just as important to me as online learning
While school is 100% important to me and my family, giving my kids the freedom to play outside every day is just as important.
How to learn to love winter
Winter days are short, but if you spend the season pining for summer, it sure can feel long. Try this instead: lean in and embrace winter!
PE on the playground: 4 active games that use school playground equipment
The playground is a great place for kids to develop fundamental movement skills. These games will help bring some direction to outdoor PE time.
PE in the forest: Group activities to develop movement skills in the woods
Does your school have a nearby wooded area or forest? Use this space as an outdoor classroom during PE to build fundamental movement skills.
PE during a pandemic: How to help your students focus on building skills
During the pandemic, what can PE teachers offer our students beyond free play on the playground? Check out these tips and ideas.
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