lessons kids gain from pets
There are so many lessons kids gain from pets, including lessons on patience, resilience, forgiveness, kindness, empathy, and death. Read more
types of summer experiences
Prior to the pandemic, participation in summer programming was on an upward trajectory. This recent study outlines the types of summer experiences children across America have. Read more
more opportunities to play
What if one of the answers to reducing inequality and addressing mental health concerns among young children is as simple as providing more opportunities to play? Read more
fidget toys
Though research is still ongoing, therapists’ practical experience and both adults’ and kids’ self-reflections suggest that fidget toys can be helpful for emotional and cognitive support. Read more
benefits of mud
A little dirt and water can create mud, as well as limitless opportunities for children to play and learn. The benefits of mud for children help their immune systems as well as many other benefits. Read more
play science
The need for lifelong play, the value of early mixed aged play, and play beyond childhood is emerging as important doctrines that play science is confirming. Read more
apps might not be as beneficial
Log on to any app store, and parents will find hundreds of options for children that claim to be educational. But new research suggests these apps might not be as beneficial to children as they seem. Read more
PlayBack program
Mattel’s new PlayBack program lets people send back Barbies, Matchbox cars and Mega Bloks to be recycled. Read more
get better sleep
When tweens and teens learn how to use self-regulation strategies, much-needed sleep can come more easily. Here are 4 ways to help them get better sleep. Read more
Man, Play and Games
Man, Play and Games is a classic study of play and games and how they affect society and become a part of daily life. The book was written by Roger Caillois and was originally published in 1958 as Les jeux et les hommes.
