afterschool programs keep kids safe
From risk to opportunity, afterschool programs keep kids safe. When juvenile crime peaks, high-quality afterschool programs fight crime across the United States. Read more
proposed rule of thumb
Too many children are risking injuries, even lifelong health problems, because they practice too intensively in a single sport. A proposed rule of thumb: A child’s age equals the number of hours he or she should spend in sports training each week. Read more
addicting games
As far back as the Buddha’s own teachings, moral leaders were warning about addicting games and recreations including “throwing dice.” Fears about the effects of recreational games on society as a whole are centuries old. Read more
Magical Bridge Playground
When Olenka Villarreal couldn’t find a playground for her daughter, who was born with disabilities, she launched an effort to build one: the Magical Bridge Playground, touted as the most accessible playground in the country. Read more
Play is active
Play is active, not passive. And it turns out the way we learn is active, not passive. When we're sitting there like a couch potato we aren't learning as much as when we're doing. Read more
Engagement with Parks Report
Did you know that nearly all adults in the U.S. (93%) believe it is important to protect natural resources through the acquisition and maintenance of local parks, trails and green spaces? Check out NRPA's annual Engagement with Parks Report. Read more
Tootsietoy
Tootsietoy brands itself as America’s Oldest Toy Company. The best known toys under the Tootsietoy name were a variety of die cast transportation toys made popular in the 1930s and 1940s.
talking with kids about vaping
With news of an outbreak of life-threatening vaping illness sweeping the country and vape use at an all-time high among teens, here are some great suggestions for talking with kids about vaping. Read more
methods for conflict resolution
Many educators report recess as being the most challenging point of the school day, during which conflicts arise that can carry into the classroom. A recess program called Playworks offers games and methods for conflict resolution. Read more
International Day of the Girl
On International Day of the Girl a list of organizations working to make the world a better place for girls and young women was suggested to help people make a difference in girls’ lives. Read more
