Risky Play Gone Away

By Lauren MacLean

Risky Play Gone Away is a playful, rhyming picture book that explores the importance of risk-taking in childhood play. When three kids find their adventurous games shut down by cautious parents, they work together to create a "Yes Space" - a safe and supportive place where imagination, creativity, and confidence can grow.

This story sparks conversations about freedom, boundaries, and resilience, helping children understand that taking risks is a natural and important part of growing up. Perfect for families, educators, and caregivers, Risky Play Gone Away encourages balanced approaches to play while celebrating independence, problem-solving, and the joy of discovery.

Ideal for classrooms, outdoor learning programs, and bedtime story times, this book empowers children to thrive in both their play and everyday lives.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1738254844
• ISBN13: 9781738254842
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Lauren Douglas
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7