{"product_id":"balanced-and-barefoot","title":"Balanced and Barefoot","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333; font-family: 'Amazon Ember',Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; list-style-image: none; list-style-position: outside; list-style-type: none; orphans: 2; overflow-wrap: break-word; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e256 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“\u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eBalanced and Barefoot\u003c\/i\u003e offers new ways to see, solve, and prevent the reactive behaviors and emotions that cause kids to struggle and parents to worry. Full of practical ways to give kids the kinds of experiences that will help them thrive, this book is a must-read for parents and teachers alike.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Tina Payne Bryson, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e, coauthor of the \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestsellers \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Whole-Brain Child\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eNo-Drama Discipline\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“Angela Hanscom explains—beautifully and convincingly—why unrestricted outdoor play is essential to children’s healthy sensory, motor, social, and intellectual development, and she shows how we can enable such play in today’s world.  I recommend this book highly to all parents, educators, and pediatric health professionals, and to anyone involved in making decisions that affect children’s lives.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Peter Gray\u003c\/b\u003e, research professor of psychology at Boston College, and author of \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eFree to Learn\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“In \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eBalanced and Barefoot\u003c\/i\u003e, Angela Hanscom gives adults permission to release the reigns without fear. Her expertise as an occupational therapist affirms what so many of us know intuitively: children thrive when they have access to rich, self-directed play opportunities.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Erin Davis\u003c\/b\u003e, director of \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Land: An Adventure Play Documentary\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“\u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eBalanced and Barefoot\u003c\/i\u003e offers a refreshingly straightforward approach that counters the pressures many well-intentioned parents feel in raising children today. It’s about backing off and giving children the space to do what they naturally do—to explore and figure out the world, to make decisions, and use their imagination. Being outdoors allows children to learn about themselves, gain confidence and flexibility, learn to problem solve, and get along with others. These are all traits they need for healthy development. I recommend this book for every parent looking to raise an independent, caring, resilient and confident child.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Tovah P. Klein, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e, director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development, and author of \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eHow Toddlers Thrive\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“I am a fan and proponent of Angela Hanscom’s nature-based philosophy. Her new book is an eye-opener as she presents from experience, observation, and scientific research not only the benefits of physical activity and free play for children, but also the mental and emotional necessity. In a culture that markets devices that restrict infant movement, endorses early education for toddlers, and over-schedules structured activities for children of all ages, Hanscom’s book is both illuminating and timely. Eloquent, logical, and reasoned, \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eBalanced and Barefoot\u003c\/i\u003e is a gift and an important read for educators, caregivers, and parents.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Janet Lansbury\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eElevating Child Care \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eNo Bad Kids\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“Exposure to nature in early childhood provides a wide range of sensory and psychological advantages for child development. Stimulation of all senses improves physical and mental balance. Natural, free play—as proposed by Angela Hanscom—is essential for nurturing stronger and healthier bodies and minds. I recommend this important book to all parents and teachers, because we need to have the TimberNook experience everywhere.”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—John M. Tew, Jr., MD\u003c\/b\u003e, professor of neurosurgery, surgery, and radiology at the University of Cincinnati, and executive director of community affairs at UC Health and UC College of Medicine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: #333333; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; amazon ember\u0026amp;quot;,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e“Here I am, the ‘Free-Range Lady,’ and I, too, was often shocked and saddened to see my kids (and others) not know how to organize their own games outside with their friends. This is the book I needed when they were younger!”\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e—Lenore Skenazy\u003c\/b\u003e, founder of the book, blog, and movement, \u003ci style=\"box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic;\"\u003eFree-Range Kids\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nature's Workshop Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":48324781605034,"sku":"12557","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8053\/files\/balance.jpg?v=1779047469","url":"https:\/\/www.homeeducationalresources.com\/products\/balanced-and-barefoot","provider":"Home Educational Resources ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}