“innate” immune response
How do children fight off the coronavirus? The secret may lie in an “innate” immune response that targets unrecognized invaders, scientists say. Read more
Pathway to Recovery
The World Urban Parks Pathway to Recovery: Wellbeing & Resilience document outlines key principles and partnerships cities should consider and incorporate as they approach a ‘post-COVID-19 ‘recovery period. Read more
urban wildlife naturalist
Most kids in the U.S. today are city kids, and cities can actually be excellent places to observe wildlife. Help your child enjoy the outdoors and become an urban wildlife naturalist with this detailed guide. Read more
Afterschool programs
Afterschool programs have for years kept kids safe, inspired them to learn, and given parents peace of mind that their children are constructively engaged in the hours between the end of the school day and when parents return from work. But the pandemic has turned things upside down. Read more
What is ADHD
The well-known behaviors of ADHD can also be a result of other factors, from anxiety to trauma to just being younger than most of the kids in the class, and hence a little less mature. What is ADHD and what is not? Read more
Cooperative Play
In the development of social play by preschoolers, cooperative play has been designated as the highest category of play. Cooperative play focuses on children working together to achieve a common goal, such as building a play structure, putting together a puzzle, or engaging in dramatic play.
risks our kids face in school
From the following list of risks our kids face in school, choose the one most likely to do the most kids the most harm: COVID-19, Shootings, Fear. Read more
Kids need superheroes
Kids need superheroes now more than ever. Having imaginary friends or pretending to be superheroes can have a protective effect on kids. Read more
Covid-19 vaccine for children
A Covid-19 vaccine for children may not arrive before Fall 2021. While scientists are rushing to develop an immunization for adults, no one has started the process yet for children. Read more
Do animals play
Do animals play for the same reasons as children? Play is so important for children’s development and health and kids should be playing right now. Read more
