The Trust for Public Land recently announced that Washington, DC, was rated the nation’s best park system on the 2022 ParkScore index. Is your city on the list? Read more
Do kids outgrow ADHD? No, but kids can learn skills that will enable them to manage symptoms effectively as they get older. Read more
How safe is it to let kids go to school by themselves or to run an errand? Here are some tips to relieve some anxiety. Read more
A recent study showed that kids involved in team sports were less likely to have signs of anxiety, depression, withdrawal, social problems, and attention problems. Read more
An underused 1-acre dirt parking lot became a much-needed regional playground to complete the spectacular park that is the crown jewel of Spokane, Washington. Read more
Changes are coming to school meals nationwide that have provided free meals to all children as well free summer food programs. Read more
Quidditch and Ultimate - these new sports are making tremendous gains in player populations at the college and club level, and parks and rec managers need to be ready to accommodate them. Read more
Kiddie pools have become dead zones in many parks. They are being replaced by splash pads, which can become a gathering place for people of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds to relax and connect through the joy of water. Read more
