When we constantly steer playtime, we may actually be getting in the way of the very skills we’re trying to build.

The best children's museums in the country have interactive exhibits where kids want to linger, playing is encouraged, and learning is a byproduct of the fun.

About one-third of children entering preschool in 2025 didn’t know how to handle a book properly, with some trying to swipe ...

Children who spend time learning outside may reap benefits physically, academically, and emotionally, according to a Texas ...

Summer vacation is a time for relaxation, exploration and much-needed downtime for both children and parents. But here's a hidden secret: during those carefree summer months, students can experience a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kate Cassada shares and makes sense of K-12 education practices. Research affirms the powerful ways creative expression can help ...

In my previous posts, we explored why summer feels so boring for kids and why traditional activity lists often make the problem worse. Today, I want to dive deeper into what child-led learning ...

Parents think their children are more engaged with school and enjoy their time there much more than they actually do, a gap in understanding that could signal that both parents and schools are missing ...

Families with young children are invited to a day of music, play and learning at Every Child Ready Duluth Family Fest on Saturday ...

Choosing a school can be a difficult decision for all families. Factors to consider include public or private, convenience, location, finances, and the theory or pedagogy of the school. It’s even more ...

After more than two years of war disrupted the education of 700,000 students, UNICEF is working with partners to get every school-age child in Gaza back into the classroom.