Check out the most recent blog posts from LIAS:

Making Way For Play: The Benefits For Kids, Older Youth And Adults
“According to experts “play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Play is important to healthy brain development.”” Check out the full post to explore some of the benefits of play and resources that may be useful.

What MEANINGFUL Learning and Participation Looks Like In Afterschool
“Research tells us that if we hope to make a difference in young people’s learning, we need to provide opportunities for learning that is meaningful. If young people are engaged in meaningful participation, they are empowered to be self-directed, make responsible choices about how to use their time, and participate as group members in making decisions that influence the larger program and what they learn about.” Read on to learn more about what meaningful learning looks like and 3 things you can do right now to promote more meaningful participation.