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Outdoor Play for Children During the Winter is Important

The benefits of outdoor play for children during the winter are significant in any season. Even winter. Even in Nebraska! Unfortunately, the average child spends fewer than 15 minutes each day in outdoor activity and that number drops even lower in the winter.

Outdoor Play for Children During the Winter

An article from Business Insider, Why Our Kids are Going to Play Outside This Winter, and Yours Should Too, According to Science, talks about the importance of outdoor play for children during the winter and all year. While it’s true that it takes more effort to get outside in winter, it’s just as Important. It also offers many benefits.

Experts agree that unless there are howling winds, driving snow or subzero temperatures, children benefit from playing outdoors in winter. That’s because they get the opportunity to explore, create and meet new challenges.

At Premier Academy we find ways to keep your child engaged in learning, all year. We offer affordable childcare in the Omaha/Elkhorn area, visit us at premieracademyinc.com. 

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When the Winter Weather is Frightful, Learning is Still Delightful

While cold, snowy winter weather may seem like the end of outdoor learning and exploration, that is not the case. Winter weather can help children appreciate nature in new and different ways and the change of scenery offers a new perspective on the world around them. While this type of weather may require a little more effort, it is well worth it!

Bundle Up and Get Outside: Why Kids Should Play Outdoors in the Winter

https://www.fix.com/blog/keep-kids-playing-outdoors-in-winter/

It is up to adults to focus on the importance of children’s play, regardless of the season. After all, play should not be restricted to warm weather.

Why Our Kids Are Going to Play Outside This Winter, and Yours Should Too, According to Science

https://www.businessinsider.com/why-kids-should-play-outside-winter-science-2018-11

You can’t just push your kids out the door when it’s freezing cold or snowing. But with a bit of extra effort, the outdoors in winter can be as enjoyable and beneficial for kids as the warmer seasons.

Why It’s Important for Children to Play Outside in Winter

https://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/children-play-outside-winter/

It may be tempting to hide inside until the weather warms up, but outdoor play is essential for your children’s well-being all year long.

At Premier Academy we find ways to keep your child engaged in learning, all year around. We offer affordable childcare in the Omaha/Elkhorn area, visit us at premieracademyinc.com. 

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Loose Parts Play and the Great Outdoors

No one is suggesting that you throw out all of your child’s toys but incorporating loose parts play into their routine can open them up to a whole new world of wonder. Throw in the great outdoors and the possibilities are endless.

An article on Backwoodsmomma.com talks about the many advantages of loose parts play and how many loose parts can be found when you are in the backyard, at the beach or on a camping trip. These include rocks, dirt, mud, sand, pine cones, leaves, flowers, shells and much, much more.

The article, Using Loose Parts for Free Play, also gives some practical advice for how to marry the great outdoors and loose parts play.

  • Be environmentally friendly
  • Choose loose parts that are safe and easily manipulated by your child
  • Encourage your child to collect parts from nature (where appropriate)
  • Avoid directing your child on how to use loose parts
  • Hold off on cleaning up loose parts right away
  • Set up loose parts outside to encourage plenty of outdoor free play

Premier Academy offers affordable childcare in the Omaha/Elkhorn area. To learn more, visit us at premieracademyinc.com.

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