In his book, Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv explores research that links a lack of outdoor time to increasing rates of childhood obesity, attention disorders and depression. Children were ready-made to mix with sunshine and air. Make sure you get your kids outside as often as possible. They may complain at first, but they'll soon discover the joys of riding a bike, exploring or shooting hoops. Also plan for extended times outdoors such as a family picnic, stargazing or camping twice a year as the weather gets warmer.
With the Kid Vid Veto in full swing, now's the time to push your kids out the door. The weather's been warming up out there and yet there's still plenty of snow to play around in. Yes, they'll come in the house soaking wet and maybe a bit muddy, but it will enrich their lives to replace led light for sunlight! And since it's family week, try joining them outside for a snowball fight, Mom and Dads! Don't let your kids give into the constant thinking that the only thing in life to do is sit in front of those boob tubes! For MENTAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL HEALTH, SPIRITUAL HEALTH, SOCIAL HEALTH, AND FOR MISSIONS... KEEP GOING! ONLY 19 DAYS REMAINING!
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