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According to a 2001 paper by Sandra Hofferth and John Sandberg, childhood play declined by 16 percent between 1981 and 1997. The drop in free play correlated with a rise in structured activities, including school.

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Kerry McDonald

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Jeff Johnson is an early learning trainer, podcaster, and author who founded Explorations Early Learning, Playvolution HQ, and Play Haven.

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