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Children collaborating and building a custom structure using large blue foam Imagination Playground blocks in an outdoor setting.

The Science Behind Meaningful Play

Three young children smiling and laughing while playing together on a colorful outdoor climbing structure during school recess.

When Did Recess Become Optional?

Children Don’t Need Fixing—Their Environments Do

Children using tablets in classroom

Bringing Back the Unplugged Classroom

Physical Activity — Why It Matters More Than Ever

children smiling at computer screen

The Growing Brain: How Screen Time Affects Our Kids’ Development

Rediscovering the Magic of Childhood Play

How to Avoid the Screentime Rut and Fuel Kids with Real Play

Digital Dementia: How Screen Time Affects Kids’ Brains

The Seriousness of Play

Kids Playing with Big Blue Blocks in Houston, Texas

Where are the Big Blue Blocks: Westchase District, Houston, Texas

child playing with airplane

How Adult Conversations Shape Dramatic Play

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