In recent years there’s been an increasing focus on the benefits of younger and older generations playing together, and environments such as playgrounds and parks are ideal spaces to foster this intergenerational engagement. Read more
Studying science as children teaches them skills that are critical in learning and in life. It puts students face to face with the rules that govern the natural world and the kinds of problems faced by professionals who help unravel them. Read more
Why do we have such a hard time getting kids outside? Researchers say that the problem lies less with access to outdoor play spaces and more with a culture that fails to prioritize outdoor play. Read more
America’s most popular autism therapy may not work — and may seriously harm patients’ mental health. Applied behavior analysis has long been considered the gold standard. Now, people who have been through it are pushing back. Read more
Building a more accessible park system may include new or renovated facilities, parking and trail improvements, acquiring adaptive equipment to increase access to beaches and trails, and developing environmental education programs to address the spectrum of visitor needs and abilities. Read more
What is 'Hurkle-Durkling' and should your kids be partaking in it? The TikTok trend encourages lounging in bed after you wake up. Here experts weigh in on the benefits—and downsides. Read more
What if children were allowed to design their school day? Children's natural tendencies align with research more than you might think. Read more
If passed, the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) would be the most significant piece of legislation aimed at keeping kids safe online. So what is KOSA and does it go far enough to protect tweens and teens online? Read more
