7 ways for your kids to have an unscheduled summer
In the summer, kids have many weeks of freedom from school. Here’s how to help them nix boredom while encouraging unplanned, unscheduled fun!
Celebrating the first International Day of Play
In 2024, the first-ever International Day of Play will be observed and celebrated on June 11. For children, this is big news.
How physical activity helps after-school restraint collapse
Learn how incorporating physical activity into your child’s daily routine can help with the symptoms of after-school restraint collapse.
The power of play: Why outdoor child-led movement at school is important
The Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) program helps to increase opportunities for child-directed outdoor play throughout the school day.
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.
Inspire active, creative free play with natural playgrounds
In contrast to typical metal or plastic play structures, natural playgrounds are designed to take advantage of landscaping and organic materials.
Why free play outside should be a part of every PE program
Physical education doesn’t just happen in a gymnasium. I’m a big proponent of active free play outside during physical education (PE) class. In my PE classes, I plan for quite a lot of it when the weather allows. There are so many benefits of free play outside that cannot be replicated in the gymnasium. In most … Continued
Free play is the best summer school!
Try to find time to let your kids enjoy unstructured activities
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