Due to over-scheduling, the explosion of indoor electronic play, parental fears of unsupervised outdoor play, and a lack of neighborhood green spaces, “nature play” has become a rarity for today’s children. Studies have shown that exposure to nature can be a powerful form of therapy for many familiar maladies: depression, obesity, and attention deficit disorder. Exposure to nature has also been shown to reduce stress and increase attention spans.

For more information on the importance of nature in the lives of children, visit these sites:

Children and Nature Network
Leave No Child Inside