meltdowns
Autistic adults were asked what advice they would give to parents when it comes to meltdowns? This information is aimed at helping others understand what is happening when kids with autism have meltdowns. Read more
biggest toy trends of 2020
The biggest toy trends of 2020 were revealed at Toy Fair New York last week. The Toy Association’s team of experienced trend-spotters combed through thousands of products on the show floor before making the official announcement. Read more
Marvel’s Hero Project
Marvel’s Hero Project highlights kids who are making a difference in their communities and all over the world! Roving Robbie is championing our national parks and encouraging kids to help protect them. Read more
No single country
No single country is adequately protecting children’s health, their environment and their futures, says a major new report by over 40 child and adolescent health experts from around the world. Read more
Playground Movement
The playground movement in America began as an answer to the industrial revolution realities of crowded cities and long work days. Hand-in-hand with the settlement houses being formed in the late 19th century, the playground movement sought to save the poor, immigrant, and homeless children from unhealthy crowded tenement neighborhoods.
Reasonable Independence Law
A "Reasonable Independence" law has passed the Colorado House Judiciary Committee. It is designed to guarantee that kids can do things like walk to school, play outside, or come home with a latchkey without this being mistaken for parental neglect. Read more
scepticism about play
Here are 5 responses to scepticism about play in the early years. Convince parents that play in early childhood settings is invaluable. Read more
Daily Mile program
Running a mile a day can make children healthier. The Daily Mile program encourages schoolchildren to run for 15 minutes around their playgrounds or playing fields each school day. Read more
Joe Frost
After more than 50 years of teaching, consulting, and writing about child development and play, Dr. Joe Frost was acknowledged as the contemporary father of play advocacy. Dr. Frost's academic studies centered on child development and culminated in a Doctorate degree from the University of Arkansas.
Playbrary
Playbrary: A new vision of the neighborhood library is being designed. These changes in design morphed the library from “shhh” to a vibrant interactive family learning center based on play. Read more
