Play is the most important activity in a child's life. It teaches creativity, problem solving, rhythm, empathy and cooperation (amid a million other skills). When you let a child "get bored," their imagination takes over and begins to build creative pathways in their brain. Getting outside and playing is even more important- kids learn about physics, botany, animals, weather, astronomy, texture differentiation, etc, on a very physical level. Plus, their bodies release the "feel good" chemical, dopamine, and the sun boosts their serotonin levels, promoting happiness (and they'll sleep better!). I'm currently working on my next blog post and it will be about the importance of play and getting outside (per the request of my own kiddos, who like to give me advice). In the meantime, bundle up your kids and let them explore our new wintry landscape! #playwithkids #getoutside #petergray #inspirationalquotes #imagination #motherearth #play #playisimportant #justplay #creativity #kids #outside #magic #neuroscience #mentalhealth #freerangeparent #freerangekids #nature #naturalremedies #create #rocksteadylife #run #jump #skip #excercise #outdooractivity #gooutsideandplay #gooutside (at Rocksteady Life) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp-OpeBHV-t/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=p4s6xvqilkas