Digging Into Nature

Digging Into Nature emphasizes the critical role of outdoor time for children’s physical health, mental well-being, and resilience. Pediatricians and nature advocates Drs. Pooja Sarin Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy present evidence-based guidance showing how regular exposure to nature benefits the whole family, while also acknowledging practical challenges families face in making outdoor time a priority.

Key Features:

• Evidence-based guidance: Demonstrates how spending time in nature improves health, happiness, and resilience for children and families.
• Age-appropriate activities: Offers a variety of nature-based exercises and play ideas tailored to different developmental stages.
• Practical solutions: Addresses common barriers such as limited time, access, or resources, providing realistic strategies to integrate outdoor time into daily life.
• Inclusive approach: Suitable for families of all backgrounds and circumstances, helping every child benefit from nature’s positive effects.
• Parent-focused perspective: Combines professional expertise with personal experience as parents and grandparents, offering relatable and actionable advice.