Play is essential to childhood – yet globally, about 1 in 7 children under the age of 5 do not have toys or playthings at home, according to UNICEF. Through play, children make ...

Child therapists and parents are eager to utilize mental health services for children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, social and interpersonal skills, self-esteem, trauma, and major life ...

Children naturally possess problem-solving instincts, which parents can nurture by allowing them to grapple with small ...

When was the last time you saw a child completely absorbed in play—building a block tower, chasing friends through a backyard, or creating imaginary worlds with whatever materials they could find?

Elementary students who practiced playing at school significantly improved their organization of stories, imagination and frequency in showing emotion, according to a study by researchers at Case ...

Choosing an early learning environment that takes social and emotional growth seriously gives your child more than a good ...

Why start early: Early exposure to playful learning builds communication, creativity, and confidence before children even enter school. Play builds skills: Pretend play, arts and crafts, and spatial ...

Families can explore the "Wallace and Gromit: Get Cracking!" exhibit featuring hands-on activities and problem-solving ...

By giving children the agency to explore and the freedom to fail, toy designers and neuroscientists are tapping into the ...

Play is one of the most important parts of early childhood education in Australia. We know children learn about the world through play and it helps them build creativity and independence. There is ...