loose parts play during recess
Providing materials such as milk crates, tires, and pieces of wood amplifies student curiosity and imaginative play at recess. Here are some tips to introduce loose parts play during recess. Read more
Performance and social anxiety
Performance and social anxiety can be a natural part of growing up, but they can become problematic if children begin to avoid situations that trigger their fears or their fears become overwhelming. Read more
Outdoor Afro
Outdoor Afro reconnects Black people to our lands, water, and wildlife through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation with year-round activities ranging from fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, gardening, skiing, and more. Read more
nostalgic 90s summer
When most of us recall our youth, we do so wistfully. With an air of nostalgia. But there really was something special about the 90s. Read on to learn how to have a nostalgic 90s summer. Read more
emotional intelligence
There are five components of emotional intelligence: emotional self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. It’s been shown that children with high EQ earn better grades, stay in school longer and make healthier choices overall. Read more
Ernst Hermann
Ernst Hermann was an American pioneer in recreation planning, industrial recreation, and playground administration during the first few decades of 1900. He also taught concerning play, playgrounds, and recreation at Harvard University and concerning the Swedish physical education system at the Sargent School of Physical Education in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Lawn games
Lawn games are an easy way to get kids outside. They’re also a fun family activity and a great addition to barbecues, birthday parties, or playdates. Read more
Big Blue Blocks Transportation Set
Imagination Playground received an international playground design award for their Big Blue Blocks Transportation Set. This innovative play system is made from a proprietary, durable foam and introduces new block shapes. Read more
Guided play
Guided play broadly refers to educational activities that are gently steered by an adult using open ended questions and prompts, while still giving children the freedom to explore a learning goal in their own way. Read more
not enough playtime
In a recent survey, 59% of parents indicated they worry that their children do not have enough playtime, do not have enough access to fun activities, and worry that their child does not have enough playtime as a family. Read more
