Play -- It's Good For The Brain

12 Nov 2008

by Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D.

in Benefits, Health Issues, Parenting, Play, Research

Dr. Larry Cohen, author of Playful Parenting, explains the science behind what we know instinctively -- outside play is good for kids.

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Men At Work

15 Oct 2008

by Todd Christopher

in Benefits, Parenting, Play

Just because you're a grown-up doesn't mean you've lost the right to play. More...

Remember When Kids Could Be Kids?

8 Oct 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Benefits, Play, Screen Time

Green Hour's Bethe Almeras does. She spent hours exploring nature in her neighborhood -- no batteries required! More...

Green Hour”™s Catching On!

3 Sep 2008

by Anne Keisman

in Benefits, Screen Time

Read how the movement is growing -- from cyberspace to the backyard. More...

Honk If You Love Grass Whistles!

2 Apr 2008

by Mary Dalheim

in Benefits, Nature, Parenting, Play

Life lessons learned from catching frogs and skipping stones. More...

10 Steps to Play, the Plastic-Free Way

5 Mar 2008

by Michell Muldoon

in Benefits, Parenting, Play

To foster natural and creative play, the best advice is to keep it simple. More...

Fun, Fascinating Field Trips

20 Feb 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Benefits, Education, Parenting

Suggestions to help you and your kids explore the natural wonders of your community. More...

Take a Minute to Be In It

16 Jan 2008

by Jane Kirkland

in Benefits, Nature, Parenting, Play

Nature is not a destination -- it's in your backyard, local park... everywhere you go. More...