Outdoor Activities for Children

Book Review

The author of I Love Dirt!, Jennifer Ward, has written many award winning children’s books and frequently features in magazines like Ranger Rick, Your Big Backyard, Martha Stewart’s Real Simple and others.

She is a nature lover and in her books introduces the children and parents to activities and projects to get families closer to nature.

The “I Love Dirt!” book can be enjoyed by children and parents alike.It offers seasonal ideas to connect with nature. Her Spring ideas for warm weather and rainy days include going on a bird hunt, leaf looking, bouquet of color, wiggly for worms and more.

Each activity also comes with a Help me Understand section that explains for example why flowers come in different colors.

Summer ideas include waterhole watching, backyard lullaby, moon shadows, twinkle twinkle little star and more.

Fall and Winter activities introduce the children to activities and fun for the cold, snowy and cloudy weather and the magic that can be found outside even in the colder seasons.

The book is a great way to introduce children to fun in the great outdoors. 52 non-structured activities help guide your children and yourself to a healthy and nature loving self.

Where to buy: amazon.com

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