At Imagination Playground, we’re dedicated to promoting creative, active free play that nourishes both the body and mind. In an age of constant connectivity, it’s crucial to reflect on the impact that technology and screen time have on children’s development. Today, we explore the growing concern of digital dementia, and how we can teach our…
By Jennifer Stein Parents Know the Power of Play—Why Aren’t Schools Catching On? In a world where test scores and structured lessons often take center stage, play sometimes gets pushed to the sidelines. But here’s the truth: play is not a break from learning—it is learning. Decades of research confirm that unstructured, imaginative play fuels…
“Do you see my space horse?” A child stands proudly beside a towering structure of Big Blue Blocks, their eyes wide with anticipation. In their world, this isn’t just a collection of foam pieces—it’s a spaceship, and aboard it, a herd of adventurous horses ready to explore the galaxy. How an adult responds in this…
