Here are just a few thought provoking references and resources for review and consideration. Each offers a new perspective on the science of learning, play and 21st century skills and more. Let us know what you are reading. We would love to share with others.
Playful Learning Resource For Parents
Alliance For Childhood Report Video
The Playwork Primer, an introduction to play and playwork
Policy Brief - The Loss of Children's Play: A Public Health Issue
A Case For Play: Get The Facts
Building Unstructured Play Into the Structure of Each Day
Playful Learning Tips for Parents and Educators
NAEYC resources for educators, families and policymakers
Policy Brief - Restoring Play and Playful Learning to U.S. Kindergartens
The Playwork Primer, an introduction to play and playwork
Playful Learning in the News
The New York Times Online – "Effort To Restore Children's Play Gains Momentum"
The New York Times Online – "Your Baby Is Smarter Than You Think"
Article - The Preschool Education Debates
Less Play Today Means Fewer Leaders For Tomorrow
The Ultimate Block Party In The News
The Huffington Post – "Somebody Come And Play"
New America Foundation – "Playing, and Reflecting on Play, in Central Park Next Weekend "
