no equipment games
There are so many fun and classic outdoor games kids can play that require no equipment. Check out this extensive list of no equipment games. Read more
Water Play
Water is one of the earliest play materials, readily accessible in most areas of the world in the ocean, lakes, rivers, creeks and ponds. Water holds an endless fascination to children who seldom miss opportunities to play in it. Because most people did not have easy access to the natural sources of water, swimming pools were built.
Emotional Wellness Playbook
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, The Genius of Play is launching a brand-new “Emotional Wellness Playbook” - a carefully curated collection of play-based activities that are designed to help kids develop emotional intelligence and learn to express their feelings in a healthy way — while having fun! Read more
Online imaginative playgroups
Online imaginative playgroups are child-led and have no structure, no end goal, and no avatar. These playgroups offer an engaging experience in which children meet in a “Zoom room” and play as if they are physically together. Read more
revamped for older players
Popular board games are being revamped for older players. New versions of Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit and The Game of Life have been reimagined to make the play experience more appealing and easier for seniors. Read more
child dopamine addicts
Screens and electronics can create child dopamine addicts, making it harder for children to retain information, perform in school, interact socially, relate to others, self-soothe, and regulate emotions. Read more
lasting positive impact of camp
A new study from the American Camp Association outlines the lasting positive impact of camp and the ways that a quality camp experience helps support young people in developing valuable skills, learning who they are and preparing for life beyond camp. Read more
Matchbox toy cars
An ornate little horse-drawn carriage that was sold as a keepsake for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II led to the start of Matchbox toy cars being developed. Read more
Visual Perception
Visual perception is the ability to interpret and understand the information that comes through the eyes as a response to the light that shines in them. It is a dynamic process that identifies, organizes, interprets, and understands what is seen. It integrates sensory and motor information generated by the brain and body to derive meaning from it and direct movement.
loving nature
Heather Kuhlken can inspire a child to start loving nature with just a headlamp and a few minutes. “It’s science you can teach in two minutes,” she says. Read more
