News Toddlers/Pre-Schoolers Youngsters Why Do Kids Love Playing in the Dirt So Much? My SD Moms May 19, 2016 Share This! Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email It get’s in the carpet, clothes, under finger nails, in hair…it stains. But…don’t be so quick to dismiss the importance of your child wanting to play in the dirt. There may be more to it than just playing. Click HERE for the Article Tags: activities behavior child care childhood learning daycare education health kids parenting pregnancy preparation Post navigation Previous How to Tell Your Kids You’re Getting a DivorceNext 44 Completely Rational Reasons My 3-Year-Old Tantrumed Today Related Stories Summer Movies in the Park is BACK! News Summer Movies in the Park is BACK! June 12, 2026 How to Survive Summer With Your Kids in San Diego News How to Survive Summer With Your Kids in San Diego May 28, 2026 5 Unique Summer Camps in San Diego News 5 Unique Summer Camps in San Diego May 15, 2026