Audiobook Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes... by Angela J. Hanscom in the ListenBook app
Want to listen to the audiobook Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes... written by Angela J. Hanscom
ListenBook is here to help!
In ListenBook you can listen Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes... and any other audiobooks you download from the internet.
ListenBook is the easiest and most convenient app for listening to audiobooks
in MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad!
Book description
"Angela Hanscom is a powerful voice for balance." --Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods In this important book, a pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook shows how outdoor play and unstructured freedom of movement are vital for children's cognitive development and growth, and offers tons of fun, engaging ways to help ensure that kids grow into healthy, balanced, and resilient adults. Today's kids have adopted sedentary lifestyles filled with television, video games, and computer screens. But more and more, studies show that children need "rough and tumble" outdoor play in order to develop their sensory, motor, and executive functions. Disturbingly, a lack of movement has been shown to lead to a number of health and cognitive difficulties, such as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), emotion regulation and sensory processing issues, and aggressiveness at school recess break. So, how can you ensure your child is fully engaging their body, mind, and all of their senses? Using the same philosophy that lies at the heart of her popular TimberNook program--that nature is the ultimate sensory experience, and that psychological and physical health improves for children when they spend time outside on a regular basis--author Angela Hanscom offers several strategies to help your child thrive, even if you live in an urban environment. Today it is rare to find children rolling down hills, climbing trees, or spinning in circles just for fun. We've taken away merry-go-rounds, shortened the length of swings, and done away with teeter-totters to keep children safe. Children have fewer opportunities for unstructured outdoor play than ever before, and recess times at school are shrinking due to demanding educational environments. With this book, you'll discover little things you can do anytime, anywhere to help your kids achieve the movement they need to be happy and healthy in mind, body, and spirit.
About the Author
Angela J. Hanscom is a pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook--an award-winning developmental and nature-based program that has gained international popularity. She holds a master's degree in occupational therapy, and an undergraduate degree in kinesiology (the study of movement) with a concentration in health fitness. Awarded a "Hometown Hero" by Glamour magazine for her innovative work with TimberNook, Hanscom has also been a frequent contributor to The Washington Post's "Answer Sheet" column, and was featured on the NPR education blogs Children & Nature Network and MindShift. Hanscom resides in Barrington, NH. Foreword writer Richard Louv is a journalist, and author of Last Child in the Woods and The Nature Principle. He is cofounder of the Children and Nature Network--an organization helping to connect people to the natural world. He's written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and more, and appears on programs such as NBC's Today and NPR's Fresh Air.
Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend! This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience – a fantastic feature. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. 💡 This app has made my daily schedule more interesting – 'reading' on the go! 📱🚶♂️ ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features.
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. 📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! 📖📱 Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would.
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. 🌟 Making every moment count – this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! 📚💫 Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. 🧘♂️ Finding zen through storytelling – this app makes meditation even more calming. 🧘♂️🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace.
Trusted by over 100,000 users across the globe
What is ListenBook?
Why ListenBook?
How does it work?
1
Download audiobooks from any site in any of the supported formats.
2
Add audiobooks to the app using any of the many download methods available.
3
Listen to audiobooks by controlling playback from your phone, headphones, Apple Watch or CarPlay.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
App for those who love audiobooks
ListenBook has the features you need no matter what you are listening to
Listening to fiction
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Listening to audio lectures
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience
Every day, thousands of people download ListenBook to listen to audiobooks.
Now it's your turn to listen to audiobooks without distraction!
