Play
Play will be more important than ever in preschool this year. It can help the youngest students transition to in-person learning and develop skills they need for the future. Read more
Parallel Play
When studying play development in young children, parallel play is a description of children playing side by side, but not interacting with each other to continue their play.
muscle fitness
Kids’ grip strength is improving, but other measures of muscle fitness are getting worse. Read more
programs face challenges
According to a recent survey, 12.6 million kids participated in afterschool programs, but 13.9 million kids were waiting to get in and couldn’t. Even with a windfall of new funding, out-of-school programs face challenges. Read more
Universal School Meals Program Act
If passed, the Universal School Meals Program Act would provide free healthy meals and snacks to all children in public and nonprofit private schools regardless of income. Read more
perfect playground
Some of the most important elements that make up a perfect playground may surprise you. Read more
community rebuild
In the wake of a neighborhood tragedy, can a new park help a community rebuild? Read more
bring play into your life
Most of us associate playtime with childhood, but adults are increasingly recognizing the importance of play and leisure for themselves. Consider these tips from play geniuses to bring play into your life. Read more
9 types of play
When children play, they enter a natural and ever-evolving state of learning and growth. Here are described 9 types of play and the benefits gotten from them. Read more
impact a child’s life
An NBA star encourages today’s volunteer coaches in all sports to capitalize on the opportunities they have to impact a child’s life. Read more
