As every parent knows, getting outdoors with the kids in hugely important. Not only is it an cost-effective thing to do with kids, but getting out into the fresh air is also a great opportunity for kids to engage in physical play (one of eight types of play children need to support their development).
And while you might worry in winter that being outside is tempting fate to pick up bugs galore, according to a scientist, this isn't how kids pick up colds so it's a good idea to let them play outside.
