ADA turns 28
The Americans with Disabilities Act is turning 28 on July 26. Let’s celebrate with these great ideas. Read more
Nature-smart
We are raising “inside” kids who can’t seem to think “out of the box,” because they live in a box. Richard Louv says “the future will belong to the nature-smart.” Read more
Autism up 15 percent
What’s going on? The U.S. autism rate is up 15 percent over a two-year period? Is this due to increased awareness and screening? Read more
Children should be bored
Psychologists recommend that children should be bored in the summer. There is a close correlation between boredom, imagination, and creativity. Read more
American Journal of Play 10th anniversary
The American Journal of Play has published its 10th Anniversary issue. You can read the 145 articles, 32 interviews, and more than 300 book reviews in its 10-year run online for free. Read more
The Indoor Generation
The Indoor Generation faces health risks from life indoors. Did you know indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outside? Read more
Avoid burnout in youth sports
A suggestion to avoid burnout in youth sports includes not doing more hours of a sport in a week than the age of the child in years. Read more
Toys geared to children's interests
The Genius of Play suggests top toys that are geared specifically for children’s interests and abilities. Check out the latest toy picks that will improve their musical skills, STEAM skills and more! Read more
The case for old-school kindergarten
The case for old-school kindergarten promotes that playtime is not wasted time, but is essential for academic success. Read more
Richard Dattner
Once known as one of the “Young Turks of radical urban playground design,” Richard Dattner is an architect who has been leading the innovative curve of architectural design for both playscapes and public buildings for over 50 years.
