What can my children do outdoors this summer? by Misty Pardini
Healthy Start Home Visitor Jefferson County Health Department
Summer is finally on the way, and it’s no doubt that children
are getting excited already about all the extra time they will
have and not have to worry about school. One of the last things
that you want to happen is for your children to be hiding in the
house, missing out on the crucial fresh air and sunshine. You
want to come up with some great way to keep your child out of
the house and getting some exercise. Here are some great
activities to keep your child moving around until school starts
again. Go Swimming. One of the first things that kids think
about it getting out of the heat and into some nice cool water,
and swimming is great exercise for growing children. If your
schedule is not as free as the children’s make sure that you
take them to a local pool where a lifeguard is on duty. - Have a
picnic. What better way to enjoy the outdoors than doing a
picnic. Let children get invol