Ms. George Play Blog Post Sample

By Jackson Magann

 

Playing in the Snow


Kids should be outside playing in the snow according to researchers!

Charters, L. (2012). Child's play may benefit myopia. Ophthalmology Times, 37(4), 1.





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  1. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2021 at 5:20 PM

    I think kids playing outside is very good for their mental health and will impact them positively. Especially in the cool crisp winter air.

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