In time for the new school year, a new report explains how outdoor play can improve student performance. Read the executive summary or the full report (2.6 MB).
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Don't let the busy back-to-school season keep you indoors. Download Be Out There's "Outdoor Family Fun" Guide with games and activities to get the family outside.
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The report Whole Child: Developing Mind, Body and Spirit through Outdoor Play outlines why American kids are out of shape, tuned out and stressed out.
Research connects the lack of outdoor time to increased obesity, depression, stress, diabetes, ADD and poor performance in the classroom. Learn more >>