Jenga
The block game Jenga came out when computer games were hitting the market. But surprisingly, it ranks second in sales behind Monopoly. Check out its story. Read more
stop seeking perfection
Being the best shouldn't always be the end goal. Kids need to stop seeking perfection and start seeking growth; to learn the difference between healthy and unhealthy competition. Read more
A History of Children's Play and Play Environments
With more than 50 years experience in research and teaching, Joe L. Frost, wrote A History of Children's Play and Play Environments: Toward a Contemporary Child-Saving Movement. He has authored numerous books and articles on the subject of play, playgrounds, safety, children's poverty, and play and child development.
what kids want
Wondering what America’s kids want this year for Christmas? A recent survey of 6,520 boys and girls provides some insight. Read more
loose parts play
As Simon Nicholson wrote, “In any environment, both the degree of inventiveness and creativity, and the possibility of discovery, are directly proportional to the number and kind of variables in it.” Discover the benefits of loose parts play. Read more
Chess
Chess has been around for centuries and it hasn’t lost its popularity. This unique game is a brain gym with so many benefits. Here are 8 reasons why chess is a perfect gift. Read more
London adventure playgrounds
Three London adventure playgrounds went to extraordinary lengths to keep children playing – and in some cases, fed too – during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Baby Nancy
Baby Nancy was born in 1968 amid the Black Power movement, Civil Rights movement, and Black Arts movement. This iconic doll was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2020. Read more
extracurricular activities
Dedicating time to extracurricular activities during the pandemic provides kids with a sense of normalcy and social connection amid uncertainty. Read more
Calvert Vaux
Calvert Vaux was an architect and park planner, who is most known for his work in the creation of Central Park in New York City and Prospect Park in Brooklyn in the 1800s. His chosen title, “landscape architect,” evolved from his strong emphasis on the part nature played in his designs. In his own words, he felt “Nature first and 2d and 3d – Architecture after a while” when creating a park setting.
