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Letters about the roles of play in human evolution, child development, culture, and daily living

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AI Summary of August 15, 2026, Online Meeting for Paid Subscribers

This is, I think, a great summary of our discussion.

#124. Restoring Childhood: How To Set Kids Free in the Age of Anxiety

Here is an invitation to get a head start in reading my new book, to be released Sept. 15.

Register Here for August 15 Online Meeting

This will be an "Ask Me Anything" meeting.

#123. Research into Child Psychology is Largely the Study of Effects of Captivity.

School is a captive environment, which distorts the nature of childhood.

#122. Online Resilience and Wellbeing in Young People

What teens say about their online experiences and how adults can be helpful.

AI Summary of July 18, 2026 Meeting for Paid Subscribers

Dear Paid Subscribers,

#121. "Free Range” Offline and On

But what do I really mean by "free range"? How do we keep kids safe enough?

Register Here for July 18 Online Meeting

This will be an “Ask Me Anything” meeting.

Fifth of July Reflections about Independence Day

Children need independence to grow.

#120. If Schools Were Designed to Prepare People for Life, What Lessons Would Be Taught?

Here are readers’ thoughts and my thoughts about this question.