Outdoor Experiences for Infants and Toddlers
Outdoor play supports infant and toddler health, development, and learning. Explore strategies and standards for strengthening young children's connection to the outdoors while keeping them safe.
Nature-based learning uses the world around us to increase children's development across various learning domains. It involves outdoor experiences for children that promote health, exploration, and connection with living and non-living elements of nature. Resources in this collection provide strategies for incorporating nature-based play into learning environments and curricula.
Learn more about the benefits of outdoor play.
Outdoor play supports infant and toddler health, development, and learning. Explore strategies and standards for strengthening young children's connection to the outdoors while keeping them safe.
Research shows that children who play outside regularly are happier, healthier, and stronger. Watch this video to learn about ways to get outside with children safely.
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