Forest bathing
‘Forest bathing’, which simply means being calm and quiet ‘amongst the trees’ and observing the surrounding natural world while breathing deeply can be a powerful de-stressing tool for youth. Read more
workforce development
Thousands of park and recreation agencies across the country offer a workforce development and/or career exploration program targeted to youth and young adults entering the labor force. Read more
American high school
The American high school is broken. American teens are disengaged, stressed, and questioning the value of high school and college. Experts offer up examples of innovations, solutions or possible paths forward as education leaders navigate the current crisis. Read more
Park Pulse poll 2024
Ninety-two percent of U.S adults experience a positive mental health boost after spending time at their local parks, according to the latest National Recreation and Park Association Park Pulse poll. Read more
making a difference
Grammy Awards don't only go to the people who produce and perform songs. For just over a decade, they've also been given out to those who teach others how to make music. This teacher is making a difference in children’s lives. Read more
Soccer
Soccer is a simple team sport that is enjoyed by children as young as three years of age. The game is an inclusive activity that involves children of varying shapes and size, since the physical size of the players is not an important factor in their success as players.
Children's museums
Children's museums are places of wonder and curiosity where play and learning take center stage. Here is a list of 15 museums that are definitely worth a visit. Read more
pioneering research
When Sesame Street debuted in November 1969, it began its practice of pioneering research, testing its content before airing it to ensure children learned the intended messages of each episode and enjoyed watching it. Read more
total solar eclipse
Are you ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse? It is the perfect opportunity to use this beautiful celestial event as a wonderful learning experience for children and to inspire interest in science by everyone. Read more
failing to launch
As the twenty-first century progresses, more and more teens are “failing to launch,” or reach the classic milestones of independence that we used to take for granted. Do more responsibilities make teens more capable? Read more
