10 Things To Do Before You’re 10

Posted in Healthcare, Sunshine by admin on July 30th, 2009

The National Trust in Britain has said that 87% of parents wish their children spent more time outdoors. 8 out of 10 youngsters themselves feel that they spend too much time watching TV, playing computer games etc. The poll also found that 38% of children now spend less than an hour outdoors every day. With so many children admitting that they’d love to be outdoors in the fresh air, playing sports and adventuring, it’s time that families set time aside for recreation time outside. Many parents involved in the study also said that their favourite childhood memories were of playtime in the streets and parks but were concerned about their child’s safety outdoors. The trust has found that British wildlife has become alien to many children who confused bees with wasps and could not identify a magpie. The results of the poll have spurred a campaign called “10 Things to Do Before You’re 10” to promote outdoor activities. The suggestions are as varied as going on a bug hunt, hosting a teddy bears picnic or flying a kite.