Johan Huizinga and Karl Groos are two foundational figures in the study of play. Their work encourages us to see play as more than just a recreational activity, recognizing it instead as a vital component of development, social interaction, and cultural expression. Read more
Thanksgiving Day is almost here. These suggestions for Thanksgiving and gratitude crafts might be just the thing to help children appreciate the season. Read more
Modern parenting seems to highlight the possibilities of danger when it isn’t there. Here is some help for overcoming obsessive fears of unlikely danger. Read more
The boom in kids’ smartwatches reveals what today’s parents are thinking. Are these wearable devices delaying phone adoption — or creating an “electronic umbilical cord”? Read more
Children learn best through hands-on play and exploration, especially when it comes to STEM. Here are six ways to break STEM stereotypes through play. Read more
Outdoor credit recovery programs not only help students who are behind in high school credits but also gives them a greater appreciation for the outdoors. Read more
Implementing strength training early in life can set up kids and adolescents for a lifetime of health and well-being. Read more
Good enough parents do not strive to be perfect parents and do not expect perfection from their children. The attempt to be a perfect parent, or even a great one, is futile and possibly harmful. Read more
