parks car-free
San Francisco is considering making some of their parks car-free, and the observations made from New York parks’ successes shows parks can be quieter, safer, and altogether more inviting. Read more
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership
The National Park Service will distribute $150 million to local communities through the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) grant program to create new outdoor recreation spaces and reinvigorate existing parks in economically underserved communities. Read more
future trends in the aquatic industry
From Roman baths to modern water parks, from plunge pools of the early 20th century to the spray grounds of the early 21st, water has played a major role in civilization. Here is a look at some future trends in the aquatic industry. Read more
upgrading playground infrastructure
Currently, play infrastructure is not considered in the Biden Administration’s plans to Build Back Better. There is a call to include upgrading playground infrastructure to ensure children’s right to play. Read more
Vintage toys
Vintage toys are collectible again. Toys from the ‘90s are now hot. Read more
Getting children outdoors
Getting children outdoors gets top billing when organizations work together, including conservation and outdoors groups, health care providers, city leaders, state lawmakers, women’s organizations and even agriculture groups. Read more
Gaga Ball
Gaga ball is a popular playground game similar to dodgeball, but it is considered to be a kinder, gentler form of the game. The game is played inside a hexagon or octagon pit.
new app for children
Facebook is developing a new app for children, Instagram for kids, and advocates think it’s a terrible idea. They worry that Facebook won’t be able to adequately protect young users’ privacy or shield them from cyberbullying and inappropriate content. Read more
set boundaries for themselves
As kids get older, and social interaction gets more complex, it’s not enough to just learn the rules. They need to learn to set boundaries for themselves and respect those of others. Read more
World Video Game Hall of Fame
The Strong welcomed Animal Crossing, Microsoft Flight Simulator, StarCraft, and Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Read more
