creative play
“The less bells and whistles a toy comes with, the more it lends itself to creative play and imaginative play.” Read more
concussion recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its concussion recommendations to support children and teens engaging in light physical activity and returning to school as they recover. Read more
Young Inventor Challenge
Three young inventors were crowned grand prize winners at the Young Inventor Challenge for Most Marketable Concept at the Chicago Toy and Game Week. Their winning games may be manufactured and sold. Read more
high-tech gift for a young child
Looking for a high-tech gift for a young child? Think playgrounds, not playpens! This thoughtful article gives good guidance through this challenging toy market. Read more
kids’ excessive smartphone use
Worry over kids’ excessive smartphone use is more justified than ever before. New research has shown that excessive use of screens by kids can result in brain changes and lower cognitive skills as well as affect their sleep. Read more
internationally-acclaimed animated film
All kids want to play. Kids with disabilities are no different. “Ian” is a short, internationally-acclaimed animated film inspired by the real-life Ian, a boy with a disability determined to get to the playground despite his playmates bullying him. Read more
2018 Parents’ Choice Awards Gift Guide
The Parents’ Choice Awards given each year in a variety of categories helps consumers to be knowledgeable about the latest toys. Check out their 2018 Parents’ Choice Awards Gift Guide. Read more
choosing toys that allow for playful learning
The science of toys: a guide for the perplexed shopper offers great suggestions for choosing toys that allow for playful learning. Read more
the only subject in school
What is the only subject in school that engages a child’s mind, body, and spirit, promotes their physical and emotional health, helps them to learn better and cultivates the character they need to become productive adults? Read more
Can play save the world?
Can play save the world? A global experiment to bring play to the kids who need it most and usually get it least is offering low-cost “play labs” in Uganda, Tanzania, and Bangladesh, where kids participate in a child-centered curriculum. Read more
