Summit Session

Importance of Outdoor Play for Early Childhood Development

with
Angela Hanscom
May 27, 2025
Angela Hanscom
8 PM EST
May 27, 2025

Join us for a fascinating session with Angela Hanscom, an accomplished Occupational Therapist and the driving force behind TimberNook. Angela's work is centered on the crucial role of outdoor play in child development. With a blend of professional expertise and practical insights, Angela offers a compelling perspective on how nature-based experiences contribute to children's overall well-being.  

In this session, Angela will discuss the importance of outdoor play and connect it to specific areas of development. Her background as an Occupational Therapist brings a unique lens to understanding how children learn and grow through unstructured exploration in natural environments.  

Key takeaways from Angela's work and this discussion include:

  • The importance of outdoor play for child development.  
  • Connecting outdoor play to specific areas of development.  
  • Insights from an Occupational Therapist's perspective.  

Learn more about Angela's impactful work at www.timbernook.com and follow TimberNook on Facebook and social media at @timbernook.