Balanced and Barefoot
How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children
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Narrated by:
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Rebecca Mitchell
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Written by:
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Angela J. Hanscom
About this listen
Today's kids have adopted sedentary lifestyles filled with television, video games, and computer screens. But more and more, studies show that children need "rough and tumble" outdoor play in order to develop their sensory, motor, and executive functions. Disturbingly, a lack of movement has been shown to lead to a number of health and cognitive difficulties, such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), emotion regulation and sensory processing issues, and aggressiveness at school recess break. So, how can you ensure your child is fully engaging their body, mind, and all of their senses?
Using the same philosophy that lies at the heart of her popular TimberNook program - that nature is the ultimate sensory experience, and that psychological and physical health improves for children when they spend time outside on a regular basis - author Angela J. Hanscom offers several strategies to help your child thrive, even if you live in an urban environment.
With this book, you'll discover little things you can do anytime, anywhere to help your kids achieve the movement they need to be happy and healthy in mind, body, and spirit.
©2016 Angela J. Hanscom (P)2016 TantorWhat listeners say about Balanced and Barefoot
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- Lisa
- 2023-10-20
Love the message. Did not love the narrator.
Unenthusiastic/monotone narration detracted from excellent message. I will have a re-read the physical book.
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- Lissy
- 2020-05-31
So informative
It has helped me see things from my child's point of view and has reminded me that I have to let go of control some times. Love this book!
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- Anonymous User
- 2019-08-13
Nature literacy in children.
This book has been carefully cultivated to re-introduce why nature is a fundamental to little ones. It dives into all aspects that nature fosters. From the development of cognitive milestones to the behavior and self image of a child, nature organically instills in children. Barefooted and Balanced, is highly recommended to all who deal with children from all walks of life.
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- Garth Campbell
- 2021-12-03
Robot Narrator?
Content and delivery is anxiety-inducing. Skip this audiobook and enjoy a walk outside instead.
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