Child Learn & Play

Why the Nex Playground is the video game system you’ll actually want your kids to play for hours

Nex turns your living room into an arcade by transforming movement into gameplay...

A little girl’s heartwarming dance moment went viral—and it’s a kindness lesson you won’t forget

One of the girls begins stimming—a common self-regulating behavior often associated with autism, the other little dancer joins right in.

What this mom taught her 7-year-old about people-pleasing is making waves

While the lesson is aimed at children, the reality is that many of us needed to hear it, too.

Teacher turns her classroom into a workplace—here’s why it’s dividing the internet

She reimagined her classroom as a workplace-style setting that gave students more autonomy, responsibility, and accountability.

Kids’ fine motor skills are declining—how screens and modern childhood shape growth

77% reported that fine motor skills like holding pencils, using scissors, and writing have become more challenging for young students.

Tennessee’s child care costs just passed college tuition—and it’s happening nationwide 

It’s official: child care costs are out of control, and families are drowning.

10 easy Lunar New Year crafts and activities for kids to celebrate the Year of the Snake

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with fun crafts.

10 surprising holiday toy risks you might not know about

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, last year alone, 231,700 toy-related injuries were treated in emergency rooms.

A love letter to children’s books

When we read together with our children, it forms a cozy, safe space for connection and growth.

Here’s how to help kids find their ’emotional courage’

The founders of Slumberkins emphasize exploring all feelings with curiosity in this excerpt from their new book, "All Feelings Welcome: Parenting Practices for Raising Caring, Confident, and Resilient Kids".

Finally! This chic, kid-friendly routine builder helped reduce my family’s daily friction

The design-forward Springboard from Charmspring is one I’m actually excited to hang in my home, too. 

Back-to-school can be hard on parents, too

An expert shares what to do to protect your own mental health during this busy time.

Watch how this easy sensory activity takes nature walks to a whole new level

PSA: Always pack a roll of tape.

The 3 skills your child needs for a successful school year, according to an education expert

How courage, determination and reflection can help in the classroom—and beyond.

10 casual questions to ask when reading books with your kids

Fostering reading comprehension doesn’t have to be formal.

4 ways to avoid summer camp scaries with a vision board

Before your kids head off to camp this summer, make a vision board with them to get them excited and anticipate positive feelings about their camp experience.

How to create a memorable first day of homeschool

One thing I’ve learned is that the first day of homeschool should feel like an adventure—it’s a chance to redefine how we learn and bond as a family.

How to talk to kids about politics in an election year

If it feels hard to broach the subject, don’t worry—but don’t avoid it. Talking to kids about politics in an age-appropriate way can strengthen their understanding—and your relationship.

Let them choose the long book

In the grand scheme of life, I know I will never regret it.

5 tips for cultivating positive masculinity in the next generation of men

Challenge the societal expectations and preconceived notions about what it means to be a boy or a man.