Welcome to Let Children Play Community recommendations page!

Let Children Play is here to support families, schools, recreation departments and any organization that cares for children. Freedom to play is a right for all children and we must work together to build a society that values a true childhood.

On this page, not only will you will find a list of organizations that value the freedom to play, you will find resources to help you get started in your own local community!

Play:GroundNYC is an adventure playground on Governor’s Island. Similar to the program I ran, there are “large loose parts” which provide endless opportunities for imagination and physical activity!

Parents are not allowed in to provide that independence and creative problem solving that’s so important for kids learning. They provide summer camps and it’s free for kids to play on weekends! To learn more click HERE

Sprouts Farm and Forest Learning in Millis MA is a licensed outdoor preschool for ages 3-6. The children’s day is steeped in outdoor, self directed play. Teacher and owner, Stephie Regan truly values the importance of child directed play experiences! To learn more click HERE

Let Grow is an organization that is dedicated to helping kids find their independence through unstructured play. Founded by Peter Gray and Lenore Skenazy they are working all over the country to provide free programs to allow for play and independence! This is what has inspired me as an educator. Please click HERE to learn more.