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Benefits & risks of tree climbing on child development & resiliency

Study found that children afforded the opportunity to be involved in risky play such as tree climbing grow socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively, and creatively, and have increased resiliency. Gull, Goldstein & Rosengarten, University of Phoenix (US), November 2017

Health matters: getting every adult active every day

Extensive guidance from Public Health England, with lots of useful infographics, recommendations, a look at physical and mental health benefits and inequalities, and ways for health professionals to promote & increase physical activity levels. 19 July 2016.

Why Adventure?

The Role and Value of Outdoor Adventure in young people’s personal and social development (UK)
“A Review of Research focusing on the more adventurous kinds of outdoor learning. A significant contribution to the task of exploring the value and benefits of outdoor adventure to the personal and social development of young people.” Your Guide to Active Reviewing, 1995

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Research & reports on risk

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Research, reports: health, wellbeing

Evidence for the benefits to children of outdoor play and learning & spending time in nature.

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FS research & reports

Forest School is brilliant outdoor play & learning for Early Years & Primary age children - it develops skills, confidence, well being & nature connection. And here's (some of) the proof!

We've gathered together work by academics & professionals looking into the quantitative and qualitative benefits of Forest School.

The evidence continues to grow & new research continues to be undertaken. This is by no means an exhaustive list. Do contact us if you know of more to add: share@muddyfaces.co.uk

These reports & research are, as much as possible, arranged in chronological order, most recent at the top.

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