# Kids Get Saws and Hammers at NYC Playground

> Parents send kids to NYC playground with saws and hammers to combat screen time.
- Title: Kids Get Saws and Hammers at NYC Playground · Futurism
- Summary: Parents send kids to NYC playground with saws and hammers to combat screen time. New York City parents take children to The Yard playground where they use…
- Keywords: the yard, new york city, parents, kids, saws, hammers, screen time, unstructured play, science, technology, Get, NYC
- Source: Futurism — https://futurism.com/health-medicine/parents-sending-kids-playground-saws-hammers
- Author: Frank Landymore
- Published: 2026-10-04T16:01:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: the yard, new york city, parents, kids, saws, hammers, screen time, unstructured play, science, technology
## Parents Send Kids to Screen-Free Playground
New York City parents take children to The Yard playground where they use saws and hammers to avoid digital screen time.
## Playworkers Supervise Unstructured Activities
Adult playworkers supervise kids from a distance to allow unstructured playtime without interference.
## Kids Use Tools for Real Play
Children use saws, hammers, and knives during outdoor play activities without digital distractions.
## Parents Concerned About Screen Time
New York City parents worry about children’s screen time and AI’s impact on mental health.
## Children Express Interest in Destruction
One boy said he likes to destroy stuff, and his friend agreed.

> I like to destroy stuff, I also like to destroy stuff
## Play Declines as Digital Entertainment Rises
Decades ago, outdoor play with tools was normal; now it’s rare due to digital distractions.
## Key takeaway

New York City parents take children to The Yard playground where they use saws and hammers to avoid digital screen time.