Mud. Ooey gooey squishy goop that forms when dirt and water mix together. Mud has a magnetic force on children. It beckons them to scoop and slide their way into a magical and messy world of play. Most parents abhor mud. It stick to everything and dries into a hard mortar. It’s a pain to get out of hair and even more annoying to clean it off the inside of a car. And yet, despite the messiness of mud, I am a huge advocate of mud play. Mud is a unique medium that provides endless opportunities for play and discovery. It also packs a punch when it comes to boosting our children’s health and happiness. In this article I’m going to explore all things mud. I’ll start by sharing the benefits of mud play along with the latest research and then offer a list a great mud activities and mud books for your child to try out. Let’s dive in! Disclaimer: This page contains Amazon Affiliates links and I may earn a small commission from your purchases made through them.  The benefits of mud play for kids There’s this belief that mud should be avoided at all cost because it’s teaming with … Continue reading The Benefits of Mud Play, Mud Activities and Mud Picture Books for Kids