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We LOVE playing outside in preschool! There are so many benefits to being outdoors.
- Physical Benefits: Improved health, improved immune system, stronger muscles, improved gross motor skills
- Intellectual Benefits: Aids in brain development, interpersonal skills, spark interest in new topics, expands learning space
- Social Benefits: peer to peer interaction and communication, self awareness and ability to navigate around and with others, increased compassion for the environment
- Emotional Benefits: Improved ability to regulate emotions, self reflection, build resilience, and increases independence in children
- Mental Health Benefits: increased happiness, lowers stress
Have a look at our GSRP preschoolers enjoying the outdoors while at school!
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