Hanscom, Angela J.
Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children
- ISBN 13:
- 9781626253735
- author:
- Hanscom, Angela J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- New Harbinger
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Families & Parents, Raising Children,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Angela Hanscom presents a compelling case for the importance of outdoor play in children's cognitive development and growth. A pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook, Hanscom argues that unstructured freedom of movement is vital for children's sensory, motor, and executive functions. As Hanscom explains, the sedentary lifestyles adopted by many children today can lead to a range of health and cognitive difficulties, including attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, emotion regulation issues, and sensory processing difficulties. In response, Hanscom offers practical strategies for parents to help their children engage their body, mind, and senses through outdoor play, even in urban environments. By embracing the natural world as a sensory experience, Hanscom aims to help children develop into healthy, balanced, and resilient adults.
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