Nature’s Benefits for Our Children: Video
The video below is a short introduction to the benefits that nature has to offer our kids (according to scientific research). Click here if you’re interested in learning more! I’d …
Can Playing Outside Make Our Kids Sick?
Is anyone sick of being sick? I certainly am. Little-Man Strovas battled colds, ear infections, eye infections (notice how these are all plural), pneumonia, and the flu this winter. Poor …
Nature Increases Student Performance on Standardized Tests
As we explore the literature together, you can see that the health and social benefits of nature are becoming clear. Study after study point to positive effects when we interact …
Nature Nook: Nature Activity for Parents and Kids
Are you worried that your children will be in the next generation of kids that didn’t play outside because their parents were too busy working? Do you want to show …
Half of U.S. Preschoolers Play Outside Daily
About half of U.S. preschoolers are playing outside daily with a parent. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that 3-5-year-olds get at least 2 hours of physical activity every day. …
Nature Increases Self-Discipline of Children
Self-discipline has been described as a limited but renewable resource. In other words, you can only be self-disciplined to stay focused on a certain task for so long. Eventually, you …
Setting SMART Goals for Getting Outside
I’m writing this post for myself. I need to set clear goals for getting myself and my children outdoors more in 2018. It’s funny, really. My career, research, and even …