With the arrival of fall the days are shortened, the temperatures go down and the rains come. But the bad weather should not stop us and make us leverage on the couch. This autumn don't stay at home! The new station is a very appropriate time to organize outdoor activities with the whole family. In addition to being able to learn natural phenomena of these months, playing abroad is important for children's development, as they learn new habilities which will be very useful in the future. Do you cheer up?
Proposals for all ages
Finding a suitable plan to enjoy large and small days of a fun day away from home is very simple considering that there are many proposals at your fingertips. In these autumn months, the landscapes acquire new brown, golden and orange hues that invite you to enjoy, above all, green and natural spaces.
You can organize some route of trekking to enjoy a whole day outdoors, having lunch or eating in one of the picnic areas that are enabled in the parks and forests. Get away from the bustle of the city and breathe fresh air will allow you to disconnect for a few hours from your routine.
In forested areas, children can observe phenomena such as the fall of the leaves of the trees and their color change, and they will discover the plant species of your area, or the one you choose to visit, and the native animals and insects. Let them experience and learn from the environment, touching new textures, such as leaves or tree trunk, or even playing with insects to study how they behave in their habitat.
So that the activity can continue at home, help them gather fruits Fall's own. Leaves of different trees of varied colors, chestnuts, pineapples and tree barks can give a new look to your home if you use them to decorate. They can also be done with them Crafts several that will serve to entertain the kids on rainy days, remembering your fantastic outdoor getaway.
Fun, and much more
Playing outside, besides being very fun and educational for children, has other advantages. On the one hand, leaving home implies move and exercise, a highly recommended practice for both children and the elderly to prevent obesity and sedentary lifestyle.
But, in addition, moving in a new environment and doing little everyday activities is a way of foster creativity and spark imagination of the little ones. Playing outdoors is a great revulsion against boredom, as it transports them to a different place with which they can interact in many different ways and experiment freely.
On the pedagogical level, being able to see in situ some of the aspects they study in class, such as nature changes At this time of the year, it is very beneficial because they contextualize that knowledge and know firsthand the theory of books. This, in short, is a great way to learn, since in a fun way and almost without realizing it they assimilate what they have seen and experienced.
Being in unusual environments also contributes to develop new skills They are necessary on a daily basis. Learn to orient yourself in the middle of a forest; find solutions to small problems, such as knowing how to find the fastest way; acclimatize; living with few comforts and away from technology for a few hours can be very interesting for children (and not so children).
Precautions and tips to enjoy outdoors
Whenever we go out to practice some outdoor activity, away from urban centers, we must take into account some precautions. It is important, especially for the winter months, take advantage of the sun hours and prevent it from getting dark before returning. Having our location very clear, whether carrying a map or a GPS, will help us when we return home.
We must always go properly equipped, with appropriate clothing and footwear and some warm clothing for the coldest hours. Always carry water and something to eat in case of any unforeseen event, especially if you go with children. It is also advisable to use sunscreen also in these months, because although we do not notice the ultraviolet rays are still present and we must protect our skin and that of children.
Wherever we go, we must respect the environment. It is good for children to play, run, touch and experiment, but we should not dirty the environment, leaving trash or waste, or damage the animal and plant species we see in our path.
Once at home, it is important that we promote the habit of hygiene and cleanliness in children. We will remind you to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, rubbing well between your fingers and wrists.
After a day enjoying nature, it is very likely that the clothes of the whole family need to go through the washing machine. Fortunately there are products that will help us remove more difficult stains, such as mud or grass. Act Fast About the recent spot is key. To do this, the garment can be soaked with water for 20 minutes by adding Neutrex with Bleach for white items, and Neutrex Oxy 5 for colored items. These products act directly on the difficult stains and remove them even with cold water. Then, you just need to rinse the garment and put it in the washing machine with a quality detergent.
Play outside it is, in addition to being fun, a way of learning very complete and enriching. By knowing the outside environment, children can expand many of the knowledge of the school, as well as other highly recommended issues from a social, maturity or development point of view. It should not be forgotten, however, that some considerations related to the safety and personal hygiene and clothing.
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