How to Get Your Kids Outside and Protect Them from Nature-Deficit Disorder. By Jenny Miller

Are your kids spending most of their time glued to their tablets and mobile devices? In a generation consumed by technology, this scenario is more common than not. However, this lack of outdoor time could cause some children to develop nature-deficit disorder — and it could even harm the environment if we don’t start to teach younger generations about the value of nature. For a list of family-friendly activities that will encourage your children to spend more time outdoors and less time watching videos on YouTube and TikTok, read on!

The Hidden Dangers of Nature-Deficit Disorder

What Is Nature Deficit Disorder and How Does it Affect Our Kids?

Five Causes of Nature Deficit Disorder and Five Challenges for the New Nature Movement

How to Raise an Environmentalist and How it Could Protect Our Planet

Family-Friendly Outings in Nature

4 Tips to Keep in Mind When Mountain Biking with Your Child

12 Best National Parks in Canada

100 Things to Do Before, During, or After a Nature Walk

7 Rules for Teaching Kids to Fish the Right Way

Learn About Growing Food, Pollinators, and Native Plants at Riley Park

Outdoor Experiences You Can Enjoy in Your Backyard

The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Camping

7 Mind-Blowing Backyard Science Experiments for Kids

Make Your Own Birdbath: An Easy Project for Children

Increase Kid Activity Levels with a Backyard Playscape

How to Plan and Plant a Garden with Kids

Now that you have so many great outdoor activities to enjoy with your kids, you can set off on an adventure that will teach your children to value and enjoy time spent in nature. Before you know it, your kids won’t want to spend any of their time cooped up indoors!

For more information, please contact Jenny Miller at jenny@stopndd.org and visit StopNDD.org