Monday, May 13, 2024

Big Picture Science for May, 13 2024 - The Play’s the Thing









Big Picture Science - The Play’s the Thing

Has children’s play become too safe? Research suggests that efforts to prioritize safety harms children’s mental and physical development during play and contribute to anxiety. One solution: introduce risk into play. We visit an adventure playground where kids play unsupervised with anything from scraps of metal to hammers and nails. Plus, what are the evolutionary benefits of play?

After all, we’re not the only species who like to roughhouse, sled, or chase balls.

And, reclaiming play for those who have outgrown recess.

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