Active Play, Every Day

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Active Play and Why Risky Play Matters More Than You Think

2026-01-2744:07

Ever have one of those playground moments where you pause between “be careful” and letting your child figure it out? That risky play matters more than you think! The climbing. The jumping. The speed. In this episode of Active Play, Every Day, Dr. Emily Greenwald talks with Dr. Mariana Brussoni, a global leader in risky play research, about why these moments are not reckless play–it is essential play. In this episode, we cover: What risky play actually isHow it supports confidence, resilienc...

Active Play in the Classroom

2026-01-1331:10

The latest Active Play, Every Day episode, challenges the traditional sedentary school model and explores how embedding movement throughout the school day through action-based learning can transform focus, behavior, academic performance, and student well-being. Imagine a school where academic performance soars, behavior issues dwindle, and mental health concerns diminish. This is not just a dream but a reality for many schools implementing active play strategies. In this blog post, we explor...

Welcome to Active Play, Every Day

2026-01-1301:17

Our kids are moving less than ever before. That matters. It matters for their bodies, their brains, their mental health, and their confidence. If you believe movement matters, but daily life, packed schedules, screen negotiations, weather, homework, and tired evenings often make it feel complicated, the Active Play, Every Day podcast is for you. Active Play, Every Day is more than a podcast. It is a movement to reclaim active, joyful play in childhood. Play isn’t extra. It is essential. Hoste...

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