“Let’s pretend to be…” is commonly heard from young children as they play and interact at school, daycare, or at home. Many adults encourage imagination and creativity but others are afraid that ...

For children, rocks can be spaceships. Pens can be fairies. And this kind of play can help protect mental health in childhood ...

What is pretend play: Pretend play, or dramatic play, lets kids act out roles and scenarios, boosting language, social skills ...

As the school year revs up, a renowned child developmental psychologist highlights the robust benefits of pretend play on cognitive, social, and emotional development in children and cautions how ...

Pretend play is seen as a harmless way for kids to have fun, but it might serve a very important role in their mental health and development, a new study says. Toddlers who demonstrated a greater ...

Kelly Morse entered her 4-year-old son’s pretend doctor’s office one day last April and asked him how she was doing. She was taken aback when he examined her with his toy stethoscope and responded, ...

Have fun playing pretend with your child. Try these ideas that use everyday items from around your home. Daniel Tiger’s friend Jodi makes a special box tunnel from a cardboard box. What could you ...

Pretend play isn’t just fun — it’s a powerful tool for your child’s growth. From creativity to emotional regulation, these playful moments build skills for life. Whether they’re a baby with a stuffed ...

Colorado kids are built for outdoor time, and WOW! accounts for that with a dedicated outdoor area that gives the museum ...

“Let’s pretend to be…” is commonly heard from young children as they play and interact at school, daycare, or at home. Many adults encourage imagination and creativity but others are afraid that ...