My research explored how children make decisions when playing outside. The findings suggested that when young children hold ...

When people set personal fitness goals and establish their physical exercise routines, there's a group of cuddly individuals that is often left out—infants. Historically, infant active movement has ...

A study from Monash University has found that infants and toddlers are capable of engaging in imaginary play, correcting previously held academic beliefs that they were unable to, and confirming the ...

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Preschool-age children are most engaged in pretend play 10–15 minutes after playing begins. In addition, girls exhibit higher organizational skills, according to a study conducted by researchers from ...

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, ...

The bare metal jungle gyms and slides and hard asphalt surfaces of playgrounds in decades past have been replaced by softer, safer materials and lavish designs—bridges, turrets, climbing walls or webs ...

Last week was a busy kickoff for programs at The Village at Kenan as 84 families and 120 children came to play and learn ...

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Written by James Cox, Head of Advocacy and Policy - Education, Save the Children International In this piece, James Cox, Education Policy and Advocacy Lead at Save the Children International, defends ...