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The Parent Report: Get Outside For Better Learning

BOSTON (CBS) - How can you improve your kid's performance at school?  Get them outside!

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Kids' time outdoors is time well spent says Kevin Coyle with the National Wildlife Federation, especially since most kids spend a lot of time in front of a screen.

Coyle says parents can plan outdoor activities for kids, but eventually the kids take over.

And Coyle says the outdoor experience is not only healthier for kids but it can translate into better grades at school too.

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