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When preschool starts getting closer, many parents begin to worry about academics. They think about alphabets, numbers, and ...

Play is more than just fun and games for children. It’s a crucial element of healthy development, shaping their physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. Through play, children explore ...

Kids these days — they aren’t allowed to be kids. Spontaneous child’s play — strolling through the woods, playing tag outside or just staring at clouds on a summer afternoon — is increasingly a thing ...

Re “Free children from structured play — and kids and adults from screens” (Readers’ Forum, April 27): The letters about childhood play, based on personal experiences, shed light on problems some ...

Outdoor play helps children learn skills, develop physical strength, and benefits mental well-being. Time outdoors can also provide an opportunity to make friends. Outdoor play comes in many forms. It ...