12 super fun snow toys
Check out these 12 super fun snow toys that will get the kids some fresh air this winter. Snow castle kits, snow blasters, snowshoes, snow scooters, and much more. Read more
learning disability
It is common for kids who have a learning disability to feel frustrated, sad, anxious or embarrassed. Try to understand what specifically is troubling them. Read more
15 small-space games
Do you live in a small apartment or house? If you do, there are lots of ways to get kids moving and having fun indoors! Here are 15 small-space games and activities for kids. Read more
Neighborhood of Play
Enjoy two floors—more than a city block long—of dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces and artifact displays at The Strong National Museum of Play, the heart of the Neighborhood of Play. Exciting expansions are planned for 2023. Read more
perfect for elementary schools
Pickleball is an inclusive sport that focuses on strategy and team building and can be enjoyed by people of all ages, making it perfect for elementary schools. Read more
demand for trails rebounding
New data released by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy shows trail use and demand for trails rebounding to near the record-setting levels of the pandemic. Community well-being is noted as important as well. Read more
Jane Addams
Jane Addams was an early twentieth century reformer for better living conditions for the poor, equality and justice for oppressed populations, and world peace for all. One of the many reforms she championed was the basic human need for play.
ancient toys
The following ancient toys hold deep history, entertaining children for thousands of years. Do you think you have played with them? Read more
ADHD brain
How is the ADHD brain different? Here is an in-depth look at the underlying causes of ADHD symptoms in children. Read more
sources of comfort
Young students are in greater-than-ever need of sources of comfort. Using stuffed animals and animatronics can help students regulate their emotions and prepare for learning. Read more
