Playing peekaboo with babies is a very serious matter. Studies in child development recognize that peekaboo is the most popular way to make babies laugh the world over, which is part of their social development. Read more
It is more apparent than ever that there is a need for children to be more resilient with the increased percentages of mental health issues in teenagers. Children should not be sheltered from unpleasant social situations and negative emotions. Read more
A diverse group of outdoor experts got together to tackle an important question: how do we make the outdoors more welcoming and inclusive to all people? Their brainstorming resulted in great action steps. Read more
At 21 sites across the country scientists have begun interviewing nine and ten-year-olds and scanning their brains. They'll follow more than 11,000 kids for a decade and will study the impact of smartphone use on the children’s brains. Read more
Private funding and high-impact design were recurring themes of urban parks that opened in 2018. Many of these new or revitalized parks focus on social integration, sustainability, and other benefits to their communities. Read more
From landfill to jungle gym: the amazing story of an upcycled playground highlights the wonderful work of Playground Ideas, an organization dedicated to making play available across the globe through do-it-yourself projects. Read more
The Reggio Emilia Approach for early education will soon be implemented in two public preschools in Denver allowing lower-income families to benefit from this program where preschoolers decide what and how they learn. Read more
Play-based learning for children in early education centers is gaining support by educators worldwide. Play is extremely important for brain development in young children. Read more
At what age can children ask themselves such questions as, “Is it safe for me to do this?” or “What would happen if I did that?” and imagine the answer before they actually try this or that? Dr. Peter Gray offers interesting information. Read more
