Outdoor Play Promotes..
Curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and focus
Physical (coordination, control, balance, gross and fine motor), social, emotional regulation, cognition, and language development
Connection to nature
Appropriate risk taking = higher reward/more development
Well-being and holistic development
Opportunities for collaborations
New contexts for learning
Perfect environment for big and messy projects
It Also Provides..
Natural vitamin D production
New sensory experiences
Better mood, attention, behaviour, and mental health
Reduced stress and anxiety
Boost in immune system
Better learning outcomes
Improved sleep
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