Ok, so you’re convinced that too much screen time is bad for kids. Now what?
Play outside! Don’t wait for perfect weather to teach your children to love the outdoors. Go to a park or just play in the backyard.
Kids are typically unfazed by water and mud, so put them in old play clothes and let them get dirty, even if it makes you uneasy.
- Find worms, watch ants, make leaf boats in puddles.
- Dig holes, play with trucks, build a fairy house.
- Make an obstacle course or climb a tree.
- Do a Nature Treasure Hunt, then use construction paper and glue to make a collage.
Yes, outdoor play takes more energy, but it’s worth it for all the great memories it will give you and your child!