When kids play together, their word feels more alive. Meaningful conversations happen. Games are created and change as they go.

Preschool-age children are most engaged in pretend play 10–15 minutes after playing begins. In addition, girls exhibit higher organizational skills, according to a study conducted by researchers from ...

"Play nicely, children," has been a familiar plea of stressed-out parents and teachers since time immemorial. Now, new ...

Canadian kids are spending more time on screens and far less time playing—throwing a ball or jumping around—and that's creating a big public health problem. Not only are they missing out on better ...

Kids are criticized for being glued to screens, but it's the only option many have when they aren't allowed to play outside. The world has changed a lot over the years. Technology has become so ...

Tackle football offers children as young as 5 the chance to make friends, learn teamwork, maybe attract a college scholarship. Growing research shows it also can cause injuries that damage developing ...

Allowing children to play impact sports, such as rugby or boxing, amounts to a form of child abuse, researchers from three British universities said in a new study. Writing in Sports, Ethics & ...