Democracy is hard
Democracy is hard. It demands teamwork, compromise, respect for rules and a willingness to engage with others. It also demands practice. The best place to get that practice may be out on the playground. Read more
Encourage play, not competition
Want a strong kid? Encourage play, not competition. The best way to raise capable kids is to fuel their love of games. Read more
Empathy exercises
Most kids have heard the mantra “You should be nice to everyone,” though not all have absorbed the intent. Empathy exercises can help children better understand what those with special needs deal with on a daily basis. Read more
Children's gangs
Amazing feelings of comradery, mateship, teamwork, diversity, acceptance, leadership, character building, emotional intelligence development, support and a sense of belonging are fostered by gangs! Children’s gangs, that is! Read more
Youth concussions
Pediatric mild traumatic brain injury is now recognized as a major public health problem. The CDC has issued its first guidelines to treat youth concussions. Read more
A full-time "coach"
A new grant to Playworks will allow expansion of their recess programs as well as embedding a full-time “coach” into schools to train and organize recess and classroom game times. Read more
10 U.S. urban parks
Check out this descriptive list of 10 U.S. urban parks that are well worth a visit that include famous parks in San Francisco, San Diego, Boston, New York City, and others. Read more
Introvert playground
The world’s first distinctly introvert playground has been built. How is it different from other playgrounds? Read more
Children must be under adult supervision
“You don’t have to live your life by fear.” Kim Brooks grapples with the expectation that children must be under adult supervision at all times. Read more
Learning while playing
Toy companies are adding to the play value of toys and games to satisfy parents’ desire for their kids to be learning while playing. Read more
