How to Raise Competent and Assertive Children

Author: Austin Stanfel

Nowadays, children have easy access to technology that does everything for them, whether it is doing their homework, ordering food online, or fulfill any of their wishes. Convenience has become one of the huge factors that children have gained over the years. And with that, it is

Getting Active in The Winter

Author: Austin Stanfel

During the winter months, we can feel disconnected from the outside world due to the winter chill keeping us indoors. However, winter can also be a beautiful season, offering stunning sights, such as snow-covered mountains, that aren’t available in the summer. By going outside to experience these,

ADHD and Play: Strategies for Engagement

Author: Austin Stanfel

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a mental disorder that often occurs in childhood. Children that suffer from ADHD exhibit an inability to pay attention and are more hyperactive and impulsive than other children their age. While scientists are still trying to determine what causes ADHD,

How Can Parks Benefit Your Dog

Author: Austin Stanfel

Dogs are loyal companions that are always there by our side. They show us love and adoration in their way, so it is important that we return the sentiments. To shower them with affection, we feed them, bathe them, and we love to cuddle them. But

How Outdoor Playgrounds Affect Child Development

Author: Austin Stanfel

outdoor park. There’s a ton of reasons for this, of course. For some kids, it’s because they’re disadvantaged – there are no properly equipped outdoor parks within their neighborhood, and their parents can’t afford to take them to one regularly (this one is becoming more and more of

Evolution of American Playgrounds

Author: Austin Stanfel

The word playground is a bit of a blanket term and can apply to a lot of different things. Playgrounds can be at schools, parks, zoos, camps, casinos, dog parks, on streets, on cruise ships, rooftops, and even out in the wilderness. Not only do playgrounds vary