Supporting the Wellbeing of Children from Ukraine: The Healing Power of Being Outdoors
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Author
Barnardos
Date
2022
Type
Sheet
Language
en
Keywords
Early Childhood / Early Years , Early Childhood Care and Education / ECCE , Outdoor Play
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Abstract
As Early Learning and Care (ELC) settings in Ireland welcome children and families coming from Ukraine, it is important to recognise the benefits of being outdoors for children’s physical and emotional wellbeing. Outdoor play in natural environments provides children with opportunities to release energy, express strong feelings and think more freely. Getting close to nature, breathing deeply and engaging in regulating activities outdoors can calm children and can help to relieve any stress or anxieties they may be feeling. This resource offers guidance as to how best to use the outdoor environment of your ELC setting to
support children coming from Ukraine who have experienced trauma and adversity
Description
Information sheet
Citation
Barnardos. (2022). Supporting the Wellbeing of Children from Ukraine: The Healing Power of Being Outdoors. https://knowledge.barnardos.ie/handle/20.500.13085/258
Publisher
Barnardos