Research suggests that outdoor play can benefit the mental, emotional, and (of course) physical development of children. In the words of a report released by the UMKC School of Education's Edgar L.

New research shows how outdoor parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.

As part of this project, Professor Sam Wass, a child psychologist expert on Channel 4’s Secret Life of 4 and 5 Year Olds, has been explaining to The Mirror why it could be bad news for parents ...

New research shows how outdoor parks provide opportunities for children to engage in risky play and develop independence and problem-solving skills.

Lifestyle; Family; Parenting; Appropriate age for letting children play outside alone as Easter holidays approach If you're considering giving your child more freedom when it comes to venturing ...

Mary Sauer is a freelance parenting and health writer living in Kansas City. Parents like me are coming to understand what science has been saying for years: Children need more free-range outdoor ...

A report by the Raising the Nation Play Commission warned that restrictions on outdoor recreation have resulted in children spending less time on traditional play activities. The study ...

For parents who struggle to find time for outdoor play with their children, why not try incorporating this into daily ...