Book description
From biomechanist and bestselling author Katy Bowman comes her eagerly anticipated guide to getting kids―from babies to preteens―and their families moving more, together, outside.2021 INDIE Awards Gold Winner (Family & Relationships category) Katy Bowman is my go-to expert on the importance of movement for the body. Grow Wild is no exception to that. Filled with delightful, rich nuggets of information on everything from the best shoes to put on your child's feet (if necessary ) to the importance of climbing trees, this book is a real gem for any family wanting to make the most of their movement opportunities on a daily basis.--Angela Hanscom, author of Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children Our kids are moving less than any other generation in human history; indoor time and screen time have skyrocketed. As adults and kids turn more to convenient, tech-based solutions, tasks that once required head-to-toe use of our muscles and bones can be done with a click and a swipe. Without realizing it, we've traded convenience for the movement-rich environment that our physical, mental, and environmental health depends on.Parents don't know what to do But there's good news: While the problem feels massive, the solution is simple...and fun Grow Wild not only breaks down the big ideas behind movement as a nutrient, it serves as a field guide―how to spot all the movement opportunities we're currently missing.Learn to stack your life for richer experiences that don't take more time: Set up your home to promote more movement, naturallyDress for (movement) successAdd snacktivities to your mealsPlan dynamic celebrationsCreate a dynamic homework spaceBring nature into your home and play Bowman, a leader in the Movement movement, has written Grow Wild to show where movement used to fit into the activities of daily life and more importantly, how it can again.The perfect companion to Bowman's bestseller Move Your DNA, Grow Wild provides practical, everyday, nature-rich ideas on how to let kids move their DNA while doing things they'll love. The book features: 100+ full-color photographs of kids and families movingSuccess stories from parents, grandparents, teachersStudy sessions that make movement research more accessible to laypersonsWritten to all that work with children―parents, teachers, relatives, health professionals, and moreA book to be referenced again and again as kids grow up Grow Wild is essential reading for a wide range of readers―anyone who spends time with children. Humans live in many places and there are countless movement opportunities wherever you live, you just need to know how to spot them.Children and their families can thrive by learning to move more inside, adventure more outside, and grow wild in any environment.
Petite Flurry
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections – I'm discovering hidden gems! Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Burn
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Die Slice
ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge.
Genghis Glyph
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Dr. Cocktail
💃 Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores – pure joy! 💃📖 Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. 🌌🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
Emerald Vine
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Are Ess Tee
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Cross Thread
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Pockets
Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Blink
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature! This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Captain Peroxide
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. 💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Mr. Thanksgiving
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
3D Waffle
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. 🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Stick Shift
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧
CommandX
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook!
Milan Call Back
🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Pecan Oblivion
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source.
Alley Fiend
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights – I'm never without a good story. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Bridge Whip
I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Metal Aphrodite
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
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
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
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