One of the questions I get asked the most is, “If your kids aren’t on screens, what do they do all day when their school work is done?” People are especially curious about this for my older children, ages 10 and 12.  The answer? Creative free play. It doesn’t have to stop when they enter those preteen years, just because that is what we are seeing in our culture. It’s in those unstructured moments that my kids come alive—dreaming big, building wild creations, problem-solving, narrating stories through play, and simply being kids. Whether they’re digging in the dirt, crafting a masterpiece, or acting out a story, they’re learning in the most beautiful, natural way. I’m not against screens—we enjoy movie nights and use media intentionally—but I’ve found that some of the deepest learning and connection happens when screens are off and imagination is on. And yes, I let them be bored. Boredom isn’t the enemy—it’s often the beginning of creativity. If someone complains about being bored, I tell them they have the privilege to have time to find something creative to do and if they can’t think of something, I am happy to give them chores. They usually figure something out pretty quick. 😉 Comment PLAY and I will send you a link to my amazon storefront where you can shop our favorite games, toys, handcrafts and more! What are your kids loving right now? ⬇️ #freeplay