10 Tips for Encouraging Outdoor Play Daily

[{"selector":"#anim-06e3aa30-608e-485e-a354-a62627edd6f1","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":700,"duration":3000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-27fa27d7-2ccf-4771-9fd5-5205b4fc2cc7","keyframes":{"transform":["rotate(-270deg) translate3d(0px, 4824.78608%, 0) rotate(270deg)","rotate(-270deg) translate3d(0px, 0px, 0) rotate(270deg)"]},"delay":700,"duration":3000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Written by: Aquib Nawab Credits: FLUX-schnell Parenting

1. Make It Fun

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2. Be a Role Model

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3. Limit Screen Time

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4. Set a Routine

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5. Provide Age-Appropriate Gear

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6. Explore Nature

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7. Create Play Spaces

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8. Organize Social Playdates

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9. Encourage Exploration

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10. Incorporate Challenges

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