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Digging into nature outdoor adventures for happier and healthier kids

Pediatricians and nature experts Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy make the convincing case that children and families will be happier, healthier, and more resilient when they spend time in nature. They offer a wealth of suggestions for nature-based activities and suggestions for overcom...

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Main Authors: Tandon, Pooja Sarin (Author), Glassy, Danette Swanson (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Itasca, IL : American Academy Of Pediatrics, 2024.
Subjects:
Nature > Psychological aspects.
Nature study > Activity programs.
Outdoor recreation for children.
Family recreation.
Child rearing.
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Summary:Pediatricians and nature experts Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy make the convincing case that children and families will be happier, healthier, and more resilient when they spend time in nature. They offer a wealth of suggestions for nature-based activities and suggestions for overcoming common challenges busy families face when trying to increase their outdoor time. The authors address the importance of nature for children' s health at every age from infancy through adolescence and link their suggested activities to key developmental milestones. Digging Into Nature takes an inclusive approach, providing practical tips for parents of children with special health care needs, chronic health conditions, and cultural considerations to help all children reap the gifts that the great outdoors offer.
Physical Description:xviii, 206 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781610027441
1610027442
Author Notes:Danette Swanson Glassy, MD, FAAP, is a primary care pediatrician and child advocate. She is the cofounder and board president of the nonprofit BestStart Washington and leads its Project Nature initiative-a program to support pediatric medical professionals as they encourage children to spend time in nature. She is the coeditor of Caring for Our Children. Dr. Glassy lives in the Seattle area and enjoys exploring nature in the Pacific Northwest with her 2 grandchildren.

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