In the previous edition of Goal Posts, I wrote about the absence of informal, unstructured play in today’s culture. There is certainly a place for organized sports in society, as coaches, camps, and ...

Unstructured play is a vital part of childhood that allows your child to explore and learn without strict rules or adult direction. It creates opportunities for imagination and discovery in a natural, ...

Re “A look beyond smartphones for teen troubles,” (Page A1, April 23): Anyone who has ever spent time with a 6-year-old who is accustomed to nonstructured play can clearly see the benefit for the ...

They are not only having fun, but also growing and learning. In a time when screens dominate children's attention, I couldn't be happier that my kids have found a different way to spend their days — ...

Spending time in natural environments fosters curiosity and a connection to the planet, which in turn, inspires a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship. Unstructured outdoor play, once a ...

In a time when screens dominate children's attention, I couldn't be happier that my kids have found a different way to spend their days — playing outside with our next-door neighbors nearly every ...