Raising children is a quite an experiment in applied philosophy. Parents have theories and their children put them to the test. Of course, by the time the results are in, so many theories have come ...

In the previous edition of Goal Posts, I wrote about the absence of informal, unstructured play in today’s culture. There is certainly a place for organized sports in society, as coaches, camps, and ...

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Unstructured play is a vital part of childhood that allows your child to explore and learn without strict rules or adult direction. It creates opportunities for imagination and discovery in a natural, ...

With blocks of time spent hunkered down at their desks, many kids will be quick to tell you their favorite part of the school day is recess — a chance to run, relax and recharge. Grade-school students ...

Childhood free play isn’t just nostalgia—it’s a proven way to build resilience, creativity, and self-trust. Studies show self-directed activities foster an internal sense of control that protects ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. My kids and our neighbors' kids play outside every afternoon. Watching them engage in unstructured play reminds me of my childhood ...