We adults need to step aside and let kids find their own screen-free ways to fill their time and grow their independence muscles. Use these printables to encourage IRL free play, independence, and responsibility in your child. At the bottom of the page, you’ll find our favorite resources for building community, play, and getting outdoors!
Other resources we love:
Let Grow - sign up with Let Grow to instantly receive via email copies of three independence-building kits: (1) K-8 version, (2) 8th-12th grade version, and (3) a parent guide for creating a "play club," which is a way to gather local kids to free play without adults directing them.
1,000 Hours Outside - download fun tracking sheets that help nudge your child outdoors
What Do We Do All Day - a brilliant resource for simple unplugged activities and thoughtfully curated book lists by theme, age, etc.
Block Party USA - Bringing neighbors together in buildings, streets, sidewalks, and yards to help us all connect! For kids to adults of all ages!
Playing Out: Get tips for making your street a place for kids to gather and play!
Nature Play: Find resources to activate play in your neighborhood and printables to inspire nature play.
