U.S. Surgeon General Issues Advisory On The Effect Of Screens On Kids.
Children’s Development at Risk. On May 23, the U.S. Surgeon General – America’s top doctor – issued an Advisory. He’s expressing concern regarding the effect of too much screen time on the mental health of children and teens. Children are vulnerable to the impact of big tech! CPI, a champion of play-based learning, is pleased […]
The Neurobiology of Song and Dance: Why Creativity and Imagination Are Important for Children
It’s Neuroscience! We’re Born to Sing and Dance. From birth, humans are hardwired to learn tunes, give them words, and move in time to a beat. This makes us unique among mammals and allows us to express ourselves through song and dance automatically. Recently, we attended an exciting presentation in New York. Two neuroscientists, Professor […]
Excerpts From CPI’s Interview With Susan Linn
The Importance of Play Based Learning Susan Linn is a leading expert on the impact of Big Tech and big business on children. A renowned author, psychologist, and award-winning ventriloquist, she advocates for play-based learning. Link to the full interview here. Excerpts from ChildsPlay International’s Interview with Susan Linn, Ph.D, author of “Who’s Raising the […]
LEGO’s School Conference Focuses on Playful Learning
CPI attended LEGO’s Playful Schools Conference where play-based learning was on the agenda.
Storytelling for Children – CPI Visits Sugar Hill Children’s Museum
Storytelling for Children Storytelling for children is an important activity for early childhood development. It engages their imagination and creativity. At the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum of Art & Storytelling, professional storyteller Michelle Washington Wilson shared multicultural folktales with young listeners. This type of activity can aid in early childhood development. It also helps children […]
Big Tech and Kids.
In the New York Times review of “Who’s Raising the Kids?” Professor Zephyr Teachout adamantly supports Dr. Susan Linn’s argument that access to self-directed play has been hijacked by purveyors of big tech.
Harvard’s Mara Krechevsky Joins CPI’s Advisory Board
CPI is delighted to announce that Harvard’s Project Zero’s Mara Krechevsky, has joined our Advisory Board.
Bringing Play to Children Living with HIV/AIDS
In Kenya, many children are living with HIV AIDS. ChildsPlay International (CPI) worked at two AIDS orphanages in Kenya.
Storytelling for Children: CPI Creates Manuals To Offer Programs To Schools
ChildsPlay International has created manuals that help NGOs, schools, and community groups organize vibrant activities for children in storytelling and mask-making.
Mask-making: Exploring The Meaning And Significance Of Mask-making Across Cultures
One of the students attending our mask-making workshop in 2022.
