As a kid, I spent a lot of time playing outside. I grew up in a rural area where there was no lack of creeks, forests, canyons, and other places to explore during play. There often wasn’t a purpose to ...

They are not only having fun, but also growing and learning. In a time when screens dominate children's attention, I couldn't be happier that my kids have found a different way to spend their days — ...

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, ...

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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 ...

I write in response to the article, “Should Schools Lock Up Kids’ Cellphones?” As a teacher who sees firsthand the harmful impact of cellphones, I applaud the bipartisan committee who voted to ...

Do kids fare better emotionally, socially and physically when they're allowed plenty of unstructured time to play? Children don't benefit from being overly programmed, researchers contend in a series ...

Kids need to climb trees, jump off things, and ride their bikes—even at speed. That's what the Canadian Pediatric Society is recommending in a new white paper: Healthy Childhood Development Through ...