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9 benefits of kids being outside

With the sun finally coming out to play we have been loving spending more time outside! After months of being stuck inside due to the rain, it feels so good to feel the benefits of the great outdoors.

Apart from it feeling good to feel the sun on our faces, there are so many other benefits to getting outside with your family. We have put together a list of 9 of those benefits, to...

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Expert reveals the best outdoor games to play this Summer

Online gaming platform Yahtzee Craze collaborated with London based PT and fitness expert Anthony Mayatt to reveal the best outdoor games to play in the sun this Summer.

With over 18 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Anthony runs regular outdoor bootcamps for adults, for them to be able to unwind and “feel like kids again”, while being able to get some exercise...

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Top tips for getting kids into gardening this National Gardening Week

Child's play: how to get your kids into gardening By The Greenhouse People

It’s National Gardening Week, and what better way to spend it than by introducing all members of the family to this physically and mentally stimulating hobby.

And with summer half-term just around the corner, and the weather set for a glorious heatwave , gardening could be the perfect activity to keep your...

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National Walking Month: 5 ways to get kids exploring the outdoors

Sometimes, getting the family washed, dressed, and out of the door can feel like a workout in itself. What's more, with all the smart devices that kids (and parents) use today, it can be easy for your family not to spend enough time outside. However, this May marks National Walking Month, so it's the perfect time to get some exercise together in the fresh air.

Time and again, studies...

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How to get the kids involved with gardening this spring

Spring is finally here, the trees are starting to get their leaves, and you may have even noticed a daffodil or two while you’re out and about. This time of year marks the start of the growing season and is all about nature, which makes now the perfect time to get out in the garden and enjoy all that spring has to offer. Even better, gardening is a great activity to do with the family....

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The Great Outdoors: 6 Fun Outdoor Activities For Kids

Spring has truly sprung and to make sure your family has months filled with laughter and excitement, you can easily plan adventures outdoors. This can be something as simple as a walk through your local park.

Here are some of the best ways to keep your little ones entertained in the great outdoors during the warmer months.

1. Craft and complete a nature spotting sheet...

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Encouraging Children to Ditch the Screen and Spend Time Outdoors

We are living in the technological age. From adults checking their smartphones to children watching television on their tablets, digital devices have become commonplace in our society. According to Ofcom, a child between 5-7 spends an average of 4.5 hours behind a screen every day.

Despite the many benefits of these inventions, excessive amounts of screen time can lead to a number of...

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Plant a Tree for the Jubilee

April 1st will see The Den Kit Company launch their new Plant a Tree for the Jubilee Kit (£24.50). The kit invites children to be a monarch of their own little outdoor kingdom. Containing nature-inspired activities that include decorating a woven willow crown and sowing native tree seeds, this is a creative, planet-friendly way for every child to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee....

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How Does Nature Impact Children’s Well-Being?

How Does Nature Impact Children’s Well-Being?

How often do you see joyful children playing outside with their peers, swept up in the excitement and jubilantly singing alongside the chirping birds? Unfortunately, that seems to be a less common scene these days. The never-ending games of hide and seek have been replaced by multi-player sessions of Animal Crossing.

Console games provide...

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