For young kids, there’s nothing better than a sidewalk puddle. It’s a sensory wonderland just right for floating a leaf, stomping, splashing and exploring. And, because no two puddles are the same, ...

Enjoying the playground. Image by Tim Sandle. Enjoying the playground. Image by Tim Sandle. Safe outdoor spaces for children to play, such as public parks and playgrounds, provide the opportunity for ...

This story is sponsored by Lifetime Products. As summer approaches, children ditch their snow boots and put on their sneakers to play outside in the sun. The right play activities can go beyond ...

The physical and mental health benefits of outdoor play are well established, but one in 10 parents of preschoolers and ...

Background Outdoor play promotes healthy development in children, fostering physical, social and cognitive growth. Play ...

Preschool teacher-tested strategies for turning outdoor play into adventurous social and emotional lessons—no matter the ...

For more than 10 years, Chris and Martin Kratt have invited kids on wild and fun creature adventures worldwide on Wild Kratts. But their interest in nature isn’t something they simply learned in a ...

With trampoline parks all the rage, you might be considering adding one to your kids’ toy rotation. They're a great source of ...

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Outdoor play is very important for kids. It helps them grow strong and smart. Playing outside makes their bodies healthy. It also boosts their brains and helps them learn better. Outdoor time reduces ...

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Children in Kingsport were able to enjoy outdoor play at the Fun Fest Kids Central activity area. The area, sponsored by Niswonger Children’s Hospital, gives elementary ...

More than one in three children in Bradford do not play outdoors after school and one in five do not at weekends, according ...