With the long school holidays, summer is the perfect time to get our kids outdoors and playing adventurously. We know the pandemic has had a negative impact on some children’s mental health.

climb trees and play with knives. "It's about responsible neglect," he says. "Leave children alone - you're nearby but let them get on with it." Life is overscheduled so the summer holidays should ...

21. Make homemade playdough We’re warning you that this fun summer activity could get a little messy! Making playdough is a great creative sensory play activity for children and parents alike!