simple beach game
This simple beach game idea is too great not to share, especially for anyone who wants to see their kids truly engaged, curious, and thrilled by…a pile of sand. Read more
Risk Taking
Children encounter risks on a daily basis and are engaged in an intense learning process about life's risks and uncertainties. Risk involves the chance of an adverse outcome, which could result in injury. Minor scrapes and bruises are a natural result of the very nature of play. They help children "learn from experience" and gain an understanding of the consequences of their actions as well as the extent of their abilities.
High school sports
High school sports participation hit an all-time record for the 2023-24 school year, reaching more than 8 million for the first time ever. Outdoor track and field, volleyball and soccer increased in participation for girls as well as in football and wrestling. Read more
free activities
Keeping children happily occupied doesn't have to require a lot of money or preparation. Here’s a list of free activities, games, crafts, and more for kids to play indoors or out. Read more
relationship with nature
A new study suggests a child’s relationship with nature is determined by their education and family income, and not whether they live in a city or countryside. Read more
navigate the risks
By creating a strong foundation of open, loving and trusting communication, parents can help their children navigate the risks, identify the ethical pitfalls and enjoy the benefits of social media platforms. Read more
educational green spaces
Since 2019, Wisconsin’s largest school district and its partners have transformed 26 schoolyards, replacing 17 acres of asphalt with educational green spaces that manage water where it falls and provide park-like community gathering spots. Read more
skill of self-regulation
Young children with still-developing brains can struggle to control their own reactions. Here are some strategies that can help endow elementary students with the essential, lifelong skill of self-regulation. Read more
Teacher Tom
The Teacher Tom blog is authored by Tom Hobson, the sole teacher at the Woodland Park Cooperative Preschool in Seattle, Washington. Writing a personal blog that is separate from but inspired by his daily activities at the preschool, Tom writes about "teaching and learning from preschoolers."
red flag behaviors
Do you instinctively feel something is off with your teen? Here is what you need to know about red flag behaviors in teenagers, including how to recognize them and how to help. Read more
