Re “A look beyond smartphones for teen troubles,” (Page A1, April 23): Anyone who has ever spent time with a 6-year-old who is accustomed to nonstructured play can clearly see the benefit for the ...

If your child has too much on their plate, parents should compromise on ways to cut back to avoid stress and burn out When you're a young, most sports are played in spontaneous pickup games set up ...

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Rep. Sherae’a Moore discussed a new bill in committee, aiming to encourage early childhood educators to infuse "play-based learning" within curriculums. It advanced toward the House floor last week.

Research shows that free, unstructured play has been declining, despite its benefits Around the world, an emphasis on the importance of structured play and resumé-building has resulted in lower levels ...

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Shane Rafferty plays video games for a living. He’s neither a developer nor a ranked professional, but his work revolves around gaming all the same: Rafferty is a gaming technology specialist. As the ...

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 ...