Tak A Child Outside Week
And Not Your Pet
If you read this blog post at all you know I am one voice among many urging parents to get their kids outside. I spent practically my entire childhood and young adult life outdoors, and look how well adjusted I am! This week is National Take a Child Outside Week, an attempt to instill in kids a love of their outdoor world.
Yes, your kids will get germs. Yes, your kids will get dirty, but there are a number of huge advantages to spending time with your kids outside. A little green space and a fertile imagination are all that is needed. Your kids need imaginations (sorry that is the subject of another post), but there are a number of easy ideas you can do.
- Of course the top on the list is to take them to fabulous, local environmental organizations that foster great outdoor adventures.
- Take your kids to the backyard and play a game. . .any game. Kids don’t care as long as your are there.
- Search the Internet for some awesome, naturally-inspired crafts.
- Make a list of things kids may find in a park and go on a scavenger hunt. Your feet might hate you, but your kids will love you.
Posted by Josh Steffen
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