physical literacy
The recipe to get kids moving is to serve them a daily dose of three ingredients: skills, confidence, and the love of movement. This develops their physical literacy. Read more
Reasonable Childhood Independence Act
The Reasonable Childhood Independence Act introduced in Idaho would empower parents to allow their children reasonable freedom and independence. Read more
John Dewey
John Dewey was one of the most significant educational theorists of the early twentieth century. He was a philosopher, social reformer, and educator who explored the ideas of experience and reflection, democracy and community, and environments for learning.
to keep playing
One of the primary goals of play is to keep playing (because it’s fun), and therefore players learn to modulate their behavior to make sure that nothing interrupts the play. Read more
cope with adversity
Here are seven ways adults can help children cope with adversity and retain a hopeful outlook during the pandemic — and long after it ends. Read more
near perfect accuracy
A new study has identified how specific communication among different brain regions, known as brain connectivity, can serve as a biomarker for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with near perfect accuracy. Read more
outdoorsy experience
More and more parents these days want that outdoorsy experience for their kids, but they don’t know what to wear, what to do, or what to bring to make sure everyone stays warm, dry, safe, and happy. Read more
scaffold parenting method
Give kids just enough supportive structure to encourage them to be confident, resilient problem-solvers. The scaffold parenting method empowers growth. Read more
five books
Before you succumb to the pressure to enroll your kids in extra-curriculars, check out these five books! Each one is a powerful, yet gentle reminder of the merits of simplistic outside play. Read more
Encyclopedia of Play in Today's Society
Encyclopedia of Play in Today’s Society is a two-volume book that offers over 450 entries about play. This set contains a wide variety of topics including the leisure and recreational activities of children and adults throughout history as well as specific games, toys, and amateur sports they enjoy.
