About This Book
Playful (2025) argues that free, open-ended play is a mindset and daily practice that unlocks creativity, lowers stress, and strengthens connection. Drawing on psychology, design, and lived examples, it offers practical prompts and environments to help individuals and teams build playful habits at home and at work.
Who Should Read This?
- Overworked team leaders seeking playful innovation methods
- Curious parents and educators building open-ended creativity
- Stressed people wanting lighter, more joyful routines
About the Author
Cas Holman is a toy designer and educator and former Associate Professor of Industrial Design at RISD. She’s also the creator of the Rigamajig play system, and founded the design studio Heroes Will Rise. Her work was profiled in Netflix’s documentary series Abstract.
