Pictures of children playing on a frozen pond in York have sparked major safety concerns. Sub-zero conditions including snow ...

INDIANA -- A UPS driver in Indiana snapped a photo of a child playing in leaves at the edge of a road in hopes of raising awareness of the dangers for other drivers and parents. That photo has since ...

Before smartphones and tablets took over, childhood was measured not in screen time, but in the fading light of day. Whether it was going for a bike ride after school with the besties or climbing into ...

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 ...

“Play is fundamentally important for learning 21st century skills, such as problem solving, collaboration, and creativity.”– American Academy of Pediatrics. Many children no longer play, and this is ...

If you reflect on your childhood, your most cherished memories probably revolve around play. Whether it’s running on the playground with friends, singing and dancing, or climbing a tree, playtime is ...

Alison Stenning currently sits on the board of directors of Playing Out and is a trustee of Shiremoor Adventure Playground Trust in North Tyneside. In July 2025, a letter from an English city council ...