Until the Streetlights Come On
- Marriage, Family & Relationships
- Publisher: Baker Books (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2023
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Publisher's Description
FROM THE FOUNDER OF THE GLOBAL 1000 HOURS OUTSIDE MOVEMENTThe average American now spends just four to seven minutes outside each day, while we spend four to seven hours using devices with screens. Our physical, mental, emotional, and relational health has suffered--and so has that of our children. But there is a solution: get outside! A homeschooling mother of five and the founder of the global 1000 Hours Outside movement, Ginny Yurich explains how we got to this point--and how to get back to a healthier, more engaging relationship with the world outside. With a mom's heart and an educator's eye, Ginny shows you● the importance of unstructured play for children● what boredom actually contributes to our brains● the value of sunlight and social play● the role of play in lifelong learning● how to make time outside more attractive than screen timeIf you want your kids to grow up curious, resilient, and with a sense of adventure and community, it's essential to make outside play a priority. This book shows you why and how.
Endorsements (4)
“Until the Streetlights Come On takes us back to the cul-de-sacs and customs of our youth when play was more than just a pastime, it was a rite of passage. Rousing and replete with research, this book is a primer for preserving play and giving childhood back to its rightful owners—our kids.”
“Call it what you like: play, adventure, or preparing kids to save the world. Connecting with nature is fun, healthy, and vitally important.”
“For every swirling emotion you and your kids are navigating right now—Underwhelmed! Overwhelmed! Everything in between!—play promises hope and connection on the other side. And in her brilliantly illuminating book, Ginny Yurich is the guide who leads you straight there and beyond. Overflowing with reflective prompts and practical ideas for deeper play, Until the Streetlights Come On is the definitive guide to play for those of us who can’t remember what it means to play—and for those of us who can’t afford to forget.”
“Amber O’Neal Johnston, author of A Place to Belong “A timely book! Ginny expertly captures the attention of her audience with humor and candid stories, taking us all deeper into the importance of play and authentic connection with others. There is much truth in Until the Streetlights Come On.”
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