Children's museums are places of wonder and curiosity where play and learning take center stage. Here is a list of 15 museums that are definitely worth a visit. Read more
When Sesame Street debuted in November 1969, it began its practice of pioneering research, testing its content before airing it to ensure children learned the intended messages of each episode and enjoyed watching it. Read more
Are you ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse? It is the perfect opportunity to use this beautiful celestial event as a wonderful learning experience for children and to inspire interest in science by everyone. Read more
As the twenty-first century progresses, more and more teens are “failing to launch,” or reach the classic milestones of independence that we used to take for granted. Do more responsibilities make teens more capable? Read more
The mix of nature and permanent exploratory areas is critical in creating outdoor play spaces that supply visual interest, repeat visits, and sustained play. Read more
Teens are dating less, playing fewer youth sports, spending less time with their friends, and making fewer friends to begin with. They have more leisure time than they used to. They just choose to spend it on their phones. Hanging out is no longer the norm. Read more
With the public’s concerns about brain injuries on the rise, many parents are opting for flag football instead of tackle for their kids. Could flag football one day leapfrog tackle football in popularity? Read more
Reconnecting children and nature may be the last cause in America that transcends political, religious, racial, and professional barriers. Richard Louv champions the transformative power of nature on children and society. Read more
