ShiftED Podcast #88 In Conversation with Lauren MacLean "10 Minutes a Day: Why Kids Need More Time Outdoors"

Just 10 minutes. That's how much time the average child spends outside each day — and it's not enough. In this episode, outdoor education advocate and author Lauren McLean joins us to explore why getting kids into nature isn't just a nice-to-have, it's essential. From risky play to nature journals, Lauren shares practical ways teachers and parents can bring learning outside, and why the research is clear: fresh air, movement, and unstructured time in nature make for happier kids and happier teachers.