When my son was a baby, I swore I’d never let him watch PAW Patrol. At the time, I thought of it as the kind of TV show I didn’t want my child to become obsessed with: noisy and overstimulating. But ...

Volunteering with children can instill confidence in youngsters, teach social and problem-solving skills and provide unique ...

Engaging kids in problem-solving play, like puzzles or building blocks, can improve their adaptability. These activities ...

"Never Too Early: CPS with Very Young Kids," is set to release on March 29, 2024 and stream free on the Lives in the Balance website. It’s never too early to engage kids in the process of solving the ...

Purposeful play enables children to express ideas, build relationships and tackle problems in authentic contexts.

The best toys do more than entertain—they support brain development, problem-solving, emotional growth, and meaningful ...

Inclusive play transforms toys into access points for learning, confidence, and connection—at every age and ability level.

Sensory play is more than just fun and games. It's a vital component of childhood development. The rich neural pathways formed through sensory play facilitate learning and growth in all children, ...

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 ...

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The physical and mental health benefits of outdoor play are well established but one in 10 parents of preschoolers and toddlers say their child plays outside just once a week or ...