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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The Right To Play

29 Oct 2008

by Joan Almon

in Play, Research

Joan Almon discusses the importance of free play for a child's development. More...

Creating a Field Guide to Your Backyard, Part II

27 Aug 2008

by Jane Kirkland

in Nature, Research

From birds to trees to butterflies, there's nature right outside your door! More...

Scaling Back Screen Time

22 Jul 2008

by Robert Kesten

in Health Issues, Research, Screen Time

Technology has its place -- but don't forget to unplug the family and spend time in the real world. More...

Are Americans Withdrawing from Nature?

13 Feb 2008

by Todd Christopher

in Nature, Research, Screen Time

A high-profile study shows that time spent in nature is on the decline. More...

Growing an Environmental Ethic in the Backyard

9 Jan 2008

by Kate Hofmann

in Benefits, Research

Today's green hour may help shape tomorrow's green spaces, green products, and green lifestyles. More...

NWF Launches New Global Warming Resource

24 Jul 2007

by Kevin Coyle

in Education, Parenting, Research

Climate Classroom gives caring adults the tools for talking to kids about global warming. More...

ADHD's Outdoor Cure

15 Jan 2007

by Kevin Coyle

in Benefits, Health Issues, Research

There is huge public debate about whether "black box" side-effect warnings should go on ADHD drug labels. Fortunately, there seems to be a green lining to the black box. More...