The American high school is broken. American teens are disengaged, stressed, and questioning the value of high school and college. Experts offer up examples of innovations, solutions or possible paths forward as education leaders navigate the current crisis. Read more
Ninety-two percent of U.S adults experience a positive mental health boost after spending time at their local parks, according to the latest National Recreation and Park Association Park Pulse poll. Read more
Grammy Awards don't only go to the people who produce and perform songs. For just over a decade, they've also been given out to those who teach others how to make music. This teacher is making a difference in children’s lives. Read more
Children's museums are places of wonder and curiosity where play and learning take center stage. Here is a list of 15 museums that are definitely worth a visit. Read more
When Sesame Street debuted in November 1969, it began its practice of pioneering research, testing its content before airing it to ensure children learned the intended messages of each episode and enjoyed watching it. Read more
Are you ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse? It is the perfect opportunity to use this beautiful celestial event as a wonderful learning experience for children and to inspire interest in science by everyone. Read more
As the twenty-first century progresses, more and more teens are “failing to launch,” or reach the classic milestones of independence that we used to take for granted. Do more responsibilities make teens more capable? Read more
The mix of nature and permanent exploratory areas is critical in creating outdoor play spaces that supply visual interest, repeat visits, and sustained play. Read more
Teens are dating less, playing fewer youth sports, spending less time with their friends, and making fewer friends to begin with. They have more leisure time than they used to. They just choose to spend it on their phones. Hanging out is no longer the norm. Read more
