Kids need time and opportunity to run around in the grass, build forts, and play dress up. Play isn’t just entertainment; it’s a critical tool that fosters mental strength and emotional well ...

The best board games for kids of all ages, from preschool to middle school. These games are so good the adults won't be bored, either.

A poll of 2,000 U.S. parents of school-aged kids found that 63% believe if their kid plays with toys or dolls early in life, they’ll have an easier time fostering new friendships later in life.

My kids and our neighbors' kids play outside every afternoon. Watching them engage in unstructured play reminds me of my childhood in the 90s. They are not only having fun, but also growing and ...

Kids’ play started to change in the 1980s, many experts say, after a series of high-profile kidnapping cases, including the disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz.These cases didn’t actually ...

I am a great mom. I have three children, ages 10, 8 and 5. They’re amazing kids. Our relationships are rock-solid. My oldest child battled leukemia for nearly 3.5 years, and I would lay down my ...

Welcome to McDonald’s — can we take away your play area? A disappointed fast-food customer shared the sad reality of what her local restaurant’s play area looks like. “This is so heart ...