Every culture has social norms that people follow largely because of the negative consequences of appearing different. Today, strong social pressures work against any parents who understand the value of free, unsupervised play and exploration for their children. Read more
Cardboard boxes are one of the greatest and most versatile toys. Here are 20 creative cardboard box games, crafts, and activities for kids. Read more
Young people today are growing up in a world dominated by social media, artificial intelligence, and digital landscapes. Here’s what a survey of 100 kids had to say about proposed bans on social media. Read more
Playhouses offer dedicated, kid-size spaces where kids can follow their curiosity, exercise their creative expression, and engage in some serious pretend play. Here are the best playhouses recommended for young children. Read more
When adults try to keep kids safe by making them feel unsafe, they fuel a cynicism that can have unintended consequences for children’s mental and emotional well-being. Here are some great benefits for raising hopeful kids in cynical times. Read more
The five love languages is a concept of how we receive and provide love to one another. Parents need to know how to communicate love to a child so that they genuinely feel loved. Read more
In Norway, early childhood education is a national priority, enshrined in law. One of Norway’s goals for its citizens is to build a nation of thriving adults by providing childhoods that are joyful, secure and inclusive. Read more
Experts say that as play spaces become more sanitized, children are deprived of a chance to connect with nature. Here is why and how playing with mud is beneficial for children. Read more
