Play -- It's Good For The Brain

12 Nov 2008

by Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D.

in Benefits, Health Issues, Parenting, Play, Research

Dr. Larry Cohen, author of Playful Parenting, explains the science behind what we know instinctively -- outside play is good for kids.

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Find A Rock -- Preserve A Memory

10 Nov 2008

by Mary Quattlebaum

in Nature, Parenting, Resources

Children's author Mary Quattlebaum reminds parents that even the most ordinary parts of nature can be true gems. More...

Notes From The Blog-O-Sphere

22 Oct 2008

by Nancy Gardiner

in Nature, Parenting, Play

One mommy blogger shares a memory of a Green Hour on Christmas Day, 2007. More...

Men At Work

15 Oct 2008

by Todd Christopher

in Benefits, Parenting, Play

Just because you're a grown-up doesn't mean you've lost the right to play. More...

5 Ways to Get Your Green Hour

30 Sep 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Parenting, Resources

We all wish we had more hours in a day. Here are some tips for making outdoor time part of your routine. More...

Take a 'Field Skip'

25 Sep 2008

by Jane Kirkland

in Education, Nature, Parenting

Introduce a new concept to your child's school: the field trip that doesn't cost a dime. More...

Take Your Child Outside Week

16 Sep 2008

by Liz Baird

in Nature, Parenting

During the week of Sept. 24-30, make a date with your child for a special Green Hour. More...

Walk the Walk

10 Sep 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Parenting, Screen Time

Want to limit your kids' screen-time? First, look in the mirror. More...