There is an innate drive in children to experiment with increasingly complex movements and in doing so they learn what their bodies can and cannot do. They learn about severity and probability of consequences. They learn the amazing, lifelong skill of risk assessment. Read more
A silver lining of COVID-19 may well be the resurgence of childhood friendships in American neighborhoods. The suspension of school and extracurricular activities has allowed some children to discover old-school fun right outside their doors. Read more
Children whose fathers spend time playing with them at a very early age may find it easier to control their behavior and emotions, which has a beneficial impact as they get older and start school, according to a new study. Read more
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued a statement encouraging reopening schools in the fall emphasizing that there are major health, social and educational risks to keeping children at home. Read more
Here are 15 ways to keep kids cool while having fun this summer. There are great suggestions for babies to older kids. Read more
Throughout the pandemic, many child care centers have stayed open for the children of front-line workers. Public health and policy experts say education leaders should be discussing and drawing on these real-world child care experiences. Read more
Are you wondering how to entertain your kids this summer? Maybe don’t! You can keep your family safe and sane by encouraging old-school play, embarking on some D.I.Y. projects and, yes, even embracing boredom. Read more
Khan Academy, forest schools, microschools, homeschooling - some new ideas for schooling children this fall have come out of the pandemic lockdown. Read more
Are you worried about your kids’ social skills post-pandemic? Try not to fret. There’s much to be gained from time with family, or even on their own. Read more
