Outdoor play boosts children’s brain power

CHILDREN let out to play develop a superior brain power than their couch potato peers, a child expert said yesterday.

And it is not just about getting fresh air — it is about getting children to mix with other children, said Steve Goode of the National Play Resource Centre.

Unfortunately, now, more than ever, outdoor play for children is being restricted by parental fears of increased traffic, fear of strangers and changing lifestyles.