The decline in free play is attributed to increased school time, academic pressures, the emphasis on activities to bolster college applications, and the rise of intensive parenting.

Authors

• Person: Not available Organization: National Institute for Play
  The Importance of Play for Children - National Institute for Play

Sources

• The Importance of Play for Children - National Institute for Play nifplay.org National Institute for Play via serper

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• free play concept