The Well-Played Game
The Well-Played Game: A Player’s Philosophy was written by Bernard DeKoven and published in 2013. This updated book was originally published in 1978 and became a classic treatise on how human beings play together.
classic blocks and innovative toys
These classic blocks and innovative toys inspire creativity in every age. Here is a comprehensive list of recommended toys, blocks, and magnetic tiles for budding engineers using carefully considered age recommendations, design, material, toy safety, and value. Read more
cellphones banned in schools
Should cellphones be banned in schools? The benefits of phones being removed as a potential distraction at school are weighed against parents’ fears of not having quick access to their children. Read more
Children learn best
Children learn best through activities that are active rather than passive, engaging instead of distracting, meaningful rather than disconnected from other classroom activities and students’ out-of-school experiences, socially interactive not completely independent, iterative with opportunities to learn through trial and error, and joyful rather than dull.
$10 a day for child care
The idea that parents should pay an average of $10 a day for child care and that public funds should underwrite child care programs is now a cornerstone of a new national child care system rolling out across Canada. Read more
good balance
Are people born with good balance? A physical therapist explains the systems that help keep you on your toes. Read more
nature improves mental health
Spending time in nature has positive effects on both short-term and long-term mental health outcomes and can improve the quality of life. Here are 4 ways nature improves mental health. Read more
Urban Play
An urban area is an area with a high population density. Americans living in urban areas currently number 79 percent of the population. It is projected that by the year 2050 that percentage will rise to 90 percent. This demographic shift often makes urban parks the sole connection to the natural world for an increasing number of children.
ADHD brain
How is the ADHD brain different? While we do not completely understand what causes ADHD symptoms, we do know that the brains of kids with ADHD develop differently from those of other kids. Read more
Hassenfeld
It’s been 100 years since the Hassenfeld brothers created Hasbro, and one thing remains clear about the toy and game maker: The company knows how to appeal to a wide audience, spanning multiple generations. Read more
