A suggestion to publishers; please put a qr code in books so if someone buys it second hand they can scan the code to pay the author.

Teenage Play matters The facilities provided in parks ‘for teenagers’ are often linked to sport and ‘play’ is ignored. 90% of current users of these facilities are boys & men. Teenage ‘play’ is different to that of younger children but equally important. Play could mean more girls in parks.

Mud play. Digging, mixing, adding, feeding.. A delicious slodgy, sloshy dish, Made for a a baby bunny, Now with a very full tummy.

Art that creates a space to play.

Sunday morning task, cutting the path back in... Hopefully there is a pond at the end there somewhere.. #wildgarden #freshair

Latest research from the Children, Violence and Vulnerability report shows that youth clubs aren’t just places to hang out — they’re lifelines for vulnerable teens. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3VIaBlK

Not a word about the loss of space for play & hanging out, the widespread closure & defunding of youth clubs and wider social infrastructures (libraries, council gyms, etc), the hostility (from cars, adults, policing, disinvestment) and/or commercialisation of public space for teens, etc. etc. etc.

🧪 Did you know your brain has a "Christmas spirit network"? fMRI scans show how holiday traditions light up areas tied to joy, emotions, and spirituality. 🧠✨ 🎥 Dive into the science of the season in my latest video: youtu.be/ia1t5yhNgZc #ChristmasSpirit #Neuroscience #HolidayMagic

‪Jigsaw play. Experience the highs and lows of life with this 500 piece jigsaw, guaranteed to provide valuable life lessons including managing frustration, feeling a sense of accomplishment, and the understanding that you will see things differently over time.

The first edition of our magazine "Scribbles" is landing on doormats today... Because everyone still loves post! #playtherapy #coop #first

'When I Am Old I Will Wear Purple' quilted artwork by textile artist Nancy Messier, with the title referencing the poem 'Warning' by Jenny Joseph

Roll of paper play. Both communal and individual. Creating character and homes. Suitable for all ages. As community should be.

Music play. Creating colour with sound.

Please buy ten copies... Let's get this to number one and raise loads of money for young carers in the process!

Welcome to WA on Bluesky as requested by you xx 'Breathing Space' by Janis Goodman

Today marks four years since the consultation on a #PavementParking ban in England - and we're still waiting for action. Disabled campaigner and journalist Katie Pennick says: "In this photo you can see what happens when parking places are put on the pavement. My wheelchair does not fit!"

@playingout.bsky.social ... My council is asking for insurance to close the street for play. Am I right to feel frustrated? Feels very unfair.

#Childreninneed day was one of my all time favourite days as a kid. But having worked for charities as a grown up, if you're considering donating, please instead find a childrens charity you love and send the money directly to them. Supporting unrestricted funds is priceless to charities.

Autumn play. Nature. Ritual. Potions. Patterns.

Amazing image of Rapa Nui moai beneath the Milky Way! 🤩 Photographer is Josh Dury: www.instagram.com/josh_dury_ph...

Donations are now being doubled by Aviva for this community woodland in Bath! Up to £250, that means if you donate £100 we get £200, and with Gift Aid that becomes £225!! I have given all my time and money to this charity already, but you can help us do this. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/reforestat...

Joy in cleaning. Toilet cleaner in. Scrub. Flush. A burst of bubbles float up and out.

Morning walk. Slightly faster than before. Slightly cold. Slightly faded leaves.