The increasing use of video games is often blamed for children's lack of interest in physical activity. Active video games may actually be a source of moderate or intense physical activity in children five to eight years old. Playing in the mud, making daisy chains and climbing trees are simple pleasures that have defined childhood for generations. Traditional childhood activities, such as building sandcastles, are in danger of disappearing as youngsters are choosing to stay inside and play computer games rather than take part in outdoor activities. A study found two thirds of today’s screen-addicted children had never made a daisy chain and more than 40 per cent had never squelched through mud. According to the research, the average child spends just under five hours a week playing outside. Experts believe the lack of outdoor activity is having a significant impact on children’s health, with exercise low in their priorities. It is also found that a lack of outdoor play could be affecting their education and personal life. These traditional activities can be a great way of encouraging children to spend more time outdoors, get more exercise and create more memories than they will get from simply sitting in front of a computer or TV screen.