Do you play enough
What happened to play? Do you play enough? Science says it is critical to your health and well-being. Read more
Bluey
Developmental scientists who study children and how they interact with the world show how episodes of the Australian animated show, Bluey, provide inspiration for playful learning opportunities for all families. Read more
before the school bell rings
Making the most of what remains of summer is an essential but underrated part of getting ready for the school year. Here are 24 awesomely fun things to try, do, see, and enjoy before the school bell rings. Read more
robotics education program
LEGO just got a $2 million contract from the Department of Defense for its robotics education program. The Department of Defense is to continue LEGO’s initiatives in helping K-12 students learn more about robotics and coding through hands-on experience. Read more
ADHD parenting
These five C's of ADHD parenting—self-control, compassion, collaboration, consistency, and celebration—provide a comprehensive guide for nurturing success in a child's life. Read more
largest city park
A former California military base is being transformed into one of the largest city parks in the U.S. Read more
Directional Awareness
Directional awareness is one of many perceptual motor skills that children learn as they become mobile. Motor skills are combined with perceptual, sensory skills, such as visual, auditory, and tactile abilities, to develop increasingly complex behaviors.
happiest on earth
Why are Dutch children seen as the happiest on earth? A lack of pressure and an emphasis on independence are among the key factors that make kids in the Netherlands so happy. Read more
electronic games and life-size board games
The Strong National Museum of Play—one of the country’s largest museums devoted to the history and exploration of play—has expanded its space 90,000 sq.ft. to celebrate electronic games and life-size board games. Read more
play sanctuary
Children need a play sanctuary — a time and place where kids of all ages are guaranteed a chance to just play. Here’s how to create a “child-life sanctuary” full of play. Read more
