Nature Play 101: The Basics and Benefits of Nature Play

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Nature Play is any open-ended, unstructured play opportunity using objects from – you guessed it – nature! Children are naturally drawn toward natural phenomena, and exploring objects in their natural environment, where they can independently observe, make connections, problem-solve and interpret these items. Numerous studies have found cognitive benefits to Nature Play. These include increased attention, memory, creativity, and problem-solving …