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Kids deserve to play, and that fact shouldn't be affected by a disability — that's why it's important to have playgrounds and parks that are accessible to children who are blind or otherwise visually impaired. Accessible parks for […]

There's a closer link between play and child mental health than you might realize. As more and more people begin to question the necessity of recess and free play for kids, behavioral professionals are examining the effects playing has […]

In today's media-saturated world, children as young as 6 months are already spending time on tablets and smartphones. By their teens, they spend, on average, seven hours a day using screen-based media outside of school and homework. This […]

As a kid, stepping on to the playground felt like the whole world was at your feet. Nothing could go wrong as you wove through slides, swings and spring riders, playing with other kids at the playground. This feeling of childhood joy is […]

Kids of all ages love to play, and it's even more fun when they can play together. Parents of siblings with age gaps know it's not always easy to find activities all the kids can enjoy. Playgrounds and parks that offer age inclusive […]

Practicing good manners at the playground can be difficult for kids and parents alike, and there is plenty of gray area when it comes to playground etiquette. While the playground is a great place for kids to burn off pent-up energy and […]

We live in a fast-paced world. Take New York City, for example. With millions of people bustling around the same city limits, loud sounds battling for attention and LED visuals competing to stand out, it can be a lot to handle. Sensory […]

Do you remember the thrill of crossing the monkey bars as a kid? Can you recall the exhilarating feeling of swinging high into the air? While you probably didn't think about it at the time, you were developing lifelong skills when you […]

How to Encourage Physical Activity in Children with Down Syndrome Obesity affects one out of every five American children. This means that 20% of kids have a body mass index (BMI) above the 95th percentile compared to their peers. Why […]