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
Jump Rope
The jump rope is a familiar children's toy on the playground. It has been a popular toy for centuries and was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2000. Jump ropes are affordable, lightweight, and portable and offer exercise as well as fun activities for children.
investing more
If you want to build a more equitable society, then investing more into early childhood education targeted at vulnerable lower-income children is the way to go, a recent study shows. Read more
Recess quality
Recess quality, not just the amount of time spent away from the classroom, plays a major role in whether children experience the full physical, mental and social-emotional benefits of recess. Read more
strains to early childhood education
The pandemic added further strains to early childhood education. An already dire situation became even worse for child care providers. Will needed changes come? Read more
Red flags
A drafted bill stated: “Parents are not to be investigated or accused of neglect simply for letting their children, age 10 and up, engage in independent childhood activities.” Red flags go up for free-range advocates. Read more
help children self-calm
It's normal to become reactive when kids get upset, but there are many ways caregivers can self-regulate their emotions and help manage the situation better. Here are some tips to help children self-calm. Read more
boost creativity
Parents play such an important role in boosting children’s creative thinking, creative play and creative problem-solving. Here are some tips to boost creativity. Read more
John Locke
John Locke was one of the most important philosophers of the late 17th century. His writings influenced thought on human understanding, civil rights, childhood education, government structure, and separation of church and state.
