Backyard Adventures

'A generation of overprotected children need to be given greater freedom to learn about risk as they play' says the Health & Safety Executive. Who thinks more kids should climb trees?

start them out young with whole foods

Why does wilderness matter? This infographic explains | Wilderness.org As this recent infographic published by The Wilderness Society shows, A child who spends time exploring out in nature is more likely to be thin and fit, get better grades in school, and be free of emotional problems than his or her couch potato or mallrat counterparts.

We love this. (And it's true!) (via icanread.tumblr.com)

Love these plates!

Super Simple crockpot stir fry recipe! We've been eating this all week, and it is good every single day! http://blog.superhealthykids.com/2012/08/healthy-crockpot-stir-fry/

Take a deep breathe and relax. Allow your child to mature and learn at their own special pace.

AGREED!

Check out Healthy Kids Inc, they have great ideas for preparing easy WHOLE FOODS meals for kids!

Healthy Kids Inc Implementing WV’s first Central Kitchen Food Project preparing from-scratch, local foods for children

Good old-fashioned dirt “helps children lead happier, healthier lives.” (courtesy of Be Out There) http://bit.ly/Pf7f09

Like this post if you enjoy playing in the mud! Be honest…