The American Journal of Play® is an interdisciplinary publication of The Strong. The American Journal of Play is intended for educators, psychologists, play therapists, sociologists, anthropologists, folklorists, historians, museum professionals, toy and game designers, policy makers, and others interested in children and the importance of play.
Free Online Access
Current and past issues of the American Journal of Play are available free online. Sign up for new issue alerts to be notified via email when new issues become available.
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Print Subscription Rates
Printed editions are available for subscription and single copy purchase. To join or renew online, click the subscription level below.
- Individual: 1 year, $54 ($84 Non-U.S.)
- Institution: 1 year, $139 ($169 Non-U.S.)
- Student: 1 year, $35 ($65 Non-U.S.)
Print subscriptions begin with the next published issue. New and renewal orders can be submitted online or by completing the order form and mailing it to:
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Subscription inquiries may be directed to subscriptions@journalofplay.org.
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Single Issues
Single and back issues are available for $20 ($25 Non-U.S.) each and may be ordered by contacting the subscription office at 585-410-6308.
Claims for Journal Subscriptions
Claims for Journal subscriptions (print copies) may be directed to subscriptions@journalofplay.org.