Publish at October 15 2024 Updated October 15 2024
We've developed a safe, even sanitized world. Wouldn't it be a good idea to restore a certain amount of risk, including in living environments such as schools? But parents and principals alike must be prepared to accept the return of risky play to the playground.
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