When does weather make it dangerous to go outside?
Heavy rain, freezing temperatures, intense heat, lightening storms, weather-watch alerts, or air-quality alerts. In extreme heat or cold, playground equipment must be checked, if it is metal, has it become to hot or freezing cold? Be sure children skin (and even tongue) is safe from these dangerous situations. If the weather is not dangerous, just a little uncomfortable, children should get the chance to go outdoors - at least for a little while. If it is really hot, children should have sunscreen, plenty of water, and shade to chill down in.
How long should children stay outside?
Preferably, children should get the chance to work out their large motor skills, twice a day - once in the morning, and once in the afternoon. Preferably, each being about an hour long. When the weather is really nice, you should extend their outside play. If you have the chance to enjoy art, or meals outside, take the opportunity. The amount spent outside should reflect the amount of hours the early childhood center is open.
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