After months of social distancing, mask mandates, and limited (if any) early-childhood education, early-grade teachers found it challenging to help their youngest learners acclimate to life in (actual) school. Read more
Resetting expectations and planning ahead can help children with learning challenges. Here are some back-to-school tips for kids who are struggling. Read more
The time-honored childhood pursuit of tree climbing is one of the simplest forms of pleasure for many kids, and is in fact a healthy activity for children with a slew of developmental benefits. Read more
Ninja workouts for kids improve many physical qualities, like mobility, grip strength, bone density, and body-fat composition. However, the benefits extend beyond the body, instilling perseverance and teaching warriors-in-training to overcome fear. Read more
Meet the American who founded pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the nation. Read more
Field of Miracles Game makes big league dreams come true for young Iowa athletes. The Miracle League of Dubuque provides children in the greater Iowa area living with disabilities the chance to play baseball. Read more
As kids prepare to head back to school, doctors reveal heavy backpacks have to go. Here's how to avoid painful problems this school season. Read more
A flood of 25 million people immigrating to the U.S. between 1890 and 1920 led to the start of the Playground movement and the founding of the Playground Association of America. Street play had become dangerous. Read more
