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Why Climbing Trees is Better Academic Prep For Kids Than Filling Out Worksheets

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Why climbing trees is better academic prep for kids than filling out worksheets Published: Oct 6, 2017 2:16 p.m. ET What if there were a better way to do early childhood education? Zuma PressAre kids better off running through the trees than being stuck inside a classroom all day? By…

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The All Natural Playground – A Fernie Kids Goal

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Begone plastic and metal! Natural materials are the next big thing in playgrounds, in PDX and beyond. Close your eyes and think of your neighborhood playground. What comes to mind, most likely? Swings, a slide, the monkey bars, maybe a see-saw — beloved childhood staples, all. A birds-eye view of the Outdoor…

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