It is important to get your kids away from social media and devices and get them to play outside. For starters, kids glued to a screen can be affected by media in unhealthy ways. Secondly, it’s always good to go outside and play. Get your kids to go outside and exercise. Try enticing them with some good old fashioned toys like blowing bubble toys, jump ropes and similar toys that have been enjoyed through the ages.

Key Takeaways:

• Despite living in rain city USA, I believe strongly in getting the kids outside as much as possible (also, the summers in Seattle are gorgeous).
• Fun activities that have been enjoyed through the decades are not old hat for your children.
• While you’re out, pick up some inexpensive sand pails, which are perfect for storing these kinds of small toys.

“If you want to get your child to play outdoors, seed their mind with ideas they can use outside, and then watch their interest grow.”

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