Expert Advice

Experts agree that play has a profound impact on childhood learning. Every so often, we'll have articles, useful tips, sound advice, and the latest research from leaders in the field on children and education.
The Benefits of Outdoor Play
Elevate Your Parenting: Boosting Your Child’s EQ Through Play
Board Games Build Brains (and Bonds)
How To Bring the Magic of Summer Camp to Your Home 365 Days a Year
How Family Vacations Help Supercharge Your Child’s Development
The Road Trip Planning and Play to Make ‘Getting There’ Fun!
Fun and Classic Children’s Games for Indoor & Outdoor Play
Fun Playtime Ideas for Dads and Kids
7 Ways Play Can Bring Everyone Together
7 Family Night Ideas to Get Everyone Playing Together
12 Fun Outdoor Games and Activities
There’s More Than Fun to Games
The Power of Play: Strengthening Family Bonds with DIRFloortime®
Learning Through Play: Nurturing Diverse and Inclusive Classrooms
How to Nurture Leadership Through Confidence and Initiative
Let’s Bring Back the Simple Joys of Playful Parenting
Let’s Play Outside
Supporting Neurodiverse Youth Through Movement and Physical Activity
Intergenerational Active Play – A Family Super Hack
Incorporating Play-Based Activities into Daily Routines to Boost Your Child’s Learning Opportunities
The Powerful Benefits of Playing in the Real-World
Podcasts and Playtime Can Create a More Immersive, Fun, and Enriching Experience for Families
Using Play to Spark Girls’ Interest and Confidence in STEM
Connecting the Dots: The Synergy Between Coding and STEM Learning
Preparing Yourself for Play: The Importance of Purposeful Questions
5 Ways Vision Boards Can Boost Your Child's Imagination and Creativity
Inviting Dramatic Play Back into the “Played Out” Space
Connecting Home and School Through the Science of Reading and Multisensory Activities
Teaching Kids How to Deal with Bullies at Play
8 Tips for Nurturing Your Child's Quest for Knowledge
Movement Play Enhances Learning in a Big Way