In recent years, a newer brand of grown-up recreation has begun to materialize across the country that emphasizes fun over competition, with a carefree name to match—adult recess. It allows adults to focus on the real benefit of these after-hour meetups: playing. Read more
Only 48% of school age children in the United States get 9 hours of sleep most weeknights, according to new research. Those who do are significantly more likely to show a positive outlook toward school and other signs of childhood flourishing. Read more
California will become the first state in the nation to mandate later start times at most middle schools and high schools, a proposal designed to improve educational outcomes by giving students more sleep. Read more
In less than a year, skateboarding will make its debut in the Olympic Games in Tokyo. It’s an international sport with an estimated 50m participants. But, more than that, skateboarding is becoming an asset to cities to help attract investment, reclaim public spaces and create resilient communities. Read more
Schools with many low-income, black students have been shortchanged for years when it comes to monkey bars, climbing walls and swings, and the known health benefits of playgrounds. A concerted effort is being made to change this. Read more
Eliminating recess is depriving kids in more ways than many think. There are many reasons why schools need to prioritize play time. Read more
Aspiring PE teachers learn how to work with children with autism to make PE classes less difficult for them in this great program. Read more
An interview with Richard Louv discusses the progress that has been made in connecting children with nature as well as his new study in the connection of people with animals. Read more
