Unrestrained Creativity: How Sandlot Baseball Can Unleash Creativity In The Tech Age is a compelling book that sheds light on the declining significance of unstructured play and its impact on children’s emotional and social growth. Dr. Shafer H. Zysman’s personal experiences with sandlot baseball and his deep understanding of psychological theories come together to form a thought-provoking narrative. By advocating for the revival of unstructured play, Dr. Zysman reminds us of the critical role it plays in nurturing creativity, self-esteem and the development of individual identities in children.
The book also covers some of the most salient issues facing children in contemporary times: Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, Alcohol/Drug Abuse, Obesity, mental health and social isolation. Included are interviews and comments from professional baseball players regarding their views of the development of child athletes.
It’s a must read for all!!