see obstacles as stepping stones
Start your kids back to school with these coping strategies to see obstacles as stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. Read more
children’s museums and science centers
Since 2020, the Association of Children’s Museums and Oregon State University has been working on the development of a set of tools that explore the intersection of play and STEM for young learners at children’s museums and science centers. Read more
board gaming
It has been observed that board gaming is a popular hobby among people with autism. Recent research has established why that's the case and the benefits they realize. Read more
Richard Louv
Richard Louv (1949) is an American journalist and author of eight books about the connections between family, nature, and community. Coining the term Nature-Deficit Disorder, his highly-acclaimed book, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder, was first published in 2005. The book sparked an international dialogue about the declining relationship between children and nature.
risk of heat illness
High school sports teams start practices soon in what has been an extremely hot summer in much of the country. Studies have found that the greatest risk of heat illness occurs in the first two weeks of team practices. Read more
ADHD brains
ADHD brains present unique challenges. As researchers learn more about the uniqueness of brains with ADHD, they are also gleaning insight into treatments. Read more
Olympic-inspired games
The Summer Olympics are on. Here are eight ways you can bring the Olympic spirit to your own backyard with these Olympic-inspired games for kids. Read more
Quality time spent in parks
Quality time spent in parks, accessing nature, can be challenging. Here are seven ways practitioners can create a broader network of outdoor support for children with disabilities and their families. Read more
risky play
As a parent, you’re hardwired to want to minimize risks for your children, but unstructured outdoor play and risky play are essential to children’s development. Read more
play by themselves
Sometimes your child needs a game to play on their own to keep entertained. Here are 10 games for kids to play by themselves. Read more
