Countless communities have virtually outlawed unstructured outdoor nature play, often because of the threat of lawsuits, but also because of a growing obsession with order. Many parents now believe outdoor play is verboten even when it is not; perception is nine-tenths of the law.

Richard Louv
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In a world that is becoming more and more structured, it is easy to believe that children should not play outside because they might be injured. Children who play outside with no supervision are at a higher risk of being injured. However, the fact of the matter is that there are many studies out there that show that unstructured time spent outside actually increases your child’s overall IQ. The reason for this is that it allows them to form important social relationships and learn valuable life lessons. Thus, it is important to encourage unstructured time outdoors.

Source: Last Child In The Woods: Saving Our Children From Naturedeficit Disorder

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