The Backyard: A Great Place To Camp

5 Jun 2008

by Anne Keisman

in Nature, Screen Time, Parenting

The fourth annual Great American Backyard Campout is June 28. More...

Turnoff Week: April 21 - 27

23 Apr 2008

by Todd Christopher

in Play, Screen Time, Parenting

Help your family turn screen time into green time! More...

Are Americans Withdrawing from Nature?

13 Feb 2008

by Todd Christopher

in Nature, Screen Time, Research

A high-profile study shows that time spent in nature is on the decline. More...

Create a "Good to Grow" Family Tree

12 Dec 2007

by Kathleen Kelly Ngo

in Benefits, Play, Health Issues, Screen Time

Here's a fun way for kids to stay active and make healthy choices! More...

P.E. Class: Insert 50 Cents

9 May 2007

by Kevin Coyle

in Health Issues, Screen Time, Policy, Education

School officials use a video game as a weapon in the battle against childhood obesity. More...

Turn Off, Tune Out, Go Outside

18 Apr 2007

by Kevin Coyle

in Screen Time, Parenting

Out with the screen, in with the green -- it's TV-Turnoff Week! More...

Reversing "Nature Deficit Disorder"

29 Jan 2007

by Kevin Coyle

in Health Issues, Screen Time, Parenting

The average child now spends 44 hours per week staring at electronic devices. It's time to turn off the screen... and turn on the green! More...