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Drop Off Sunscreen (SPF 40+) or Bug Spray at Either Advance ER Location Through Friday, May 15

DALLAS, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Summer camp is one of those rare gifts that can change a child’s life. For kids served by Camp John Marc, a beloved Texas nonprofit that provides life-changing camp experiences for children with chronic illnesses and physical disabilities, spending time outdoors, building confidence, and making friendships means everything.

This summer, Advance ER, Dallas’s trusted 24-hour emergency center, is making sure campers can enjoy every moment safely. As part of its “Care Beyond Our Walls” service project, Advance ER is collecting donations of sunscreen (SPF 40 or higher) and bug spray at both of its Dallas locations through Friday, May 15, 2026.

Every item donated will go directly to Camp John Marc campers, helping protect them from the Texas sun and the inevitable swarms of summer insects so they can focus on the joys that summer camp always brings.

Drop-off locations are available at both Advance ER campuses:

• Preston Hollow/Galleria: 12338 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75244
• Park Cities: 5201 W Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX 75244

Every item donated will go directly to Camp John Marc campers, helping protect them from the Texas sun and the inevitable swarms of summer insects so they can focus on the joys that summer camp always brings.

“At Advance ER, we believe caring for our community extends far beyond the walls of our emergency room. Supporting Camp John Marc is an opportunity to help children with chronic illnesses and physical challenges experience the joy, confidence, and life-long memories every child deserves. We are honored to play a small part in helping these remarkable children thrive.”

— Dr. Thomas Allen, M.D., FACEP, Advance ER

Both locations are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You do not need to be a patient to drop off donations. Just walk in, drop off, and know that you’ve helped a child have the summer of their life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What items are being collected?
A: Advance ER is collecting sunscreen with SPF 40 or higher and bug spray/insect repellent in any size.

Q: Where do I drop off donations?
A: Donations can be dropped off at either Advance ER location, Preston Hollow/Galleria on Inwood Road, or the Park Cities location on Lovers Lane. Both are open 24/7, and no appointment is needed.

Q: What is the donation deadline?
A: The collection drive runs through Friday, May 15, 2026. We encourage you to drop off items as soon as possible to ensure they reach campers in time for the start of the summer session.

Q: Who will receive the donated items?
A: All donated sunscreen and bug spray will go directly to Camp John Marc and will be distributed to campers during their summer programs.

Q: What if I can’t make it in person? Can I donate in another way?
A: If you’re unable to drop off items in person, we encourage you to visit Camp John Marc’s website at campjohnmarc.org to learn more about other ways to support their mission, including monetary donations and volunteer opportunities.

Q: Can businesses or organizations donate in bulk?
A: Absolutely, and we would love that! If you’re a business, school, church, or organization interested in organizing a group donation or sponsoring supplies in larger quantities, please contact Advance ER directly at the information listed below.

About Camp John Marc
Founded on the belief that every child deserves the joy and transformation of summer camp, Camp John Marc has served Texas children with chronic illnesses and physical disabilities for decades. Their programs are built around a simple but powerful idea: when kids are surrounded by peers who understand their challenges and mentors who believe in them, they discover a confidence that lasts for the rest of their lives.

About Advance ER
Advance ER is a trusted 24-hour emergency center committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality emergency medical care to the communities it serves. With locations in both Park Cities and Preston Hollow/Galleria, Advance ER is always open, always ready, and always here. Beyond clinical care, Advance ER is deeply committed to community wellness and health education.

Advance ER’s “Care Beyond Our Walls” initiative reflects the emergency center’s deep roots in the Dallas community and its commitment to being a true neighbor, not just a medical provider. From blood drives to supply collections, Advance ER looks for every opportunity to give back and show up for the Texans they serve every day.

To learn more about Advance ER’s community involvement, visit advanceer.com/about/community-involvement.

MEDIA CONTACT
Teresa DiFalco
Marketing Director
Phone: 972-DOCTORS
Email: tdifalco@advanceer.com
Web: https://www.advanceer.com/

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Magellan is also one of only five independent, secular schools in the country authorized to offer all three IB programs

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Effective April 20, Magellan International School officially received authorization to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP), thus cementing its designation as a full IB Continuum School.

Magellan now holds the distinction of being the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum, including Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP), in a bilingual setting. Learn more about Magellan’s International Baccalaureate programs and High School pathways at www.magellanschool.org.

In Middle School and High School, Magellan also welcomes students who are new to bilingual education, combining rigorous academics with advanced Spanish language learning.

“Offering the full IB continuum has been part of our vision since day one. Today, that vision is realized — creating a connected, inquiry-based experience from the Primary Years Program through the Diploma Program,” said Scott Hibbard, Head of School, Magellan International School. “We are truly preparing Magellan students to take action in our rapidly changing world.”

With the addition of the Diploma Program, Magellan now offers a fully aligned educational experience from Preschool through grade 12, grounded in inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking, global awareness, and academic depth.

In an increasingly interconnected world, families are seeking educational models that prepare students not only for college, but for global citizenship, cross-cultural collaboration, and meaningful real-world impact.

The IB Diploma Program is widely recognized as one of the most rigorous and respected academic programs in the world. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and interdisciplinary learning, students develop the skills and mindset needed to thrive in college and beyond.

Key Facts About Magellan International School

• Only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum in a bilingual setting
• One of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs
• Serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School
• Bilingual Spanish-English education model
• Approximately 70% international faculty
• Students may join in Middle School and High School without prior bilingual education experience

“We do more than prepare students for a high school diploma; we forge global pioneers,” said Amaris Salazar, Director of Teaching and Learning, Magellan International School. “Our IB program pushes learning beyond classroom walls — preparing students not just for college admissions, but to speak the world’s languages, solve its most intricate puzzles, and make a lasting impact.”

Schools seeking to offer the IB DP must go through a formal candidacy and authorization process that includes submitting applications, training staff, and receiving a final authorization decision from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO.)

About Magellan International School

Magellan International School is a secular, independent school in Austin serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School across two campuses. Founded in 2009, Magellan offers a bilingual Spanish-English education grounded in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and design-centered learning. The school is the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum — Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP) — in a bilingual setting, and one of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs. Approximately 70% of Magellan’s faculty are international educators, and the school community reflects a broad range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Magellan’s mission is to prepare innovative, globally minded, and culturally curious students who thrive with purpose and contribute to a better future.

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SOURCE Magellan International School

Magellan is also one of only five independent, secular schools in the country authorized to offer all three IB programs

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Effective April 20, Magellan International School officially received authorization to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP), thus cementing its designation as a full IB Continuum School.

Magellan now holds the distinction of being the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum, including Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP), in a bilingual setting. Learn more about Magellan’s International Baccalaureate programs and High School pathways at www.magellanschool.org.

In Middle School and High School, Magellan also welcomes students who are new to bilingual education, combining rigorous academics with advanced Spanish language learning.

“Offering the full IB continuum has been part of our vision since day one. Today, that vision is realized — creating a connected, inquiry-based experience from the Primary Years Program through the Diploma Program,” said Scott Hibbard, Head of School, Magellan International School. “We are truly preparing Magellan students to take action in our rapidly changing world.”

With the addition of the Diploma Program, Magellan now offers a fully aligned educational experience from Preschool through grade 12, grounded in inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking, global awareness, and academic depth.

In an increasingly interconnected world, families are seeking educational models that prepare students not only for college, but for global citizenship, cross-cultural collaboration, and meaningful real-world impact.

The IB Diploma Program is widely recognized as one of the most rigorous and respected academic programs in the world. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and interdisciplinary learning, students develop the skills and mindset needed to thrive in college and beyond.

Key Facts About Magellan International School

• Only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum in a bilingual setting
• One of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs
• Serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School
• Bilingual Spanish-English education model
• Approximately 70% international faculty
• Students may join in Middle School and High School without prior bilingual education experience

“We do more than prepare students for a high school diploma; we forge global pioneers,” said Amaris Salazar, Director of Teaching and Learning, Magellan International School. “Our IB program pushes learning beyond classroom walls — preparing students not just for college admissions, but to speak the world’s languages, solve its most intricate puzzles, and make a lasting impact.”

Schools seeking to offer the IB DP must go through a formal candidacy and authorization process that includes submitting applications, training staff, and receiving a final authorization decision from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO.)

About Magellan International School

Magellan International School is a secular, independent school in Austin serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School across two campuses. Founded in 2009, Magellan offers a bilingual Spanish-English education grounded in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and design-centered learning. The school is the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum — Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP) — in a bilingual setting, and one of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs. Approximately 70% of Magellan’s faculty are international educators, and the school community reflects a broad range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Magellan’s mission is to prepare innovative, globally minded, and culturally curious students who thrive with purpose and contribute to a better future.

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SOURCE Magellan International School

Magellan is also one of only five independent, secular schools in the country authorized to offer all three IB programs

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Effective April 20, Magellan International School officially received authorization to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP), thus cementing its designation as a full IB Continuum School.

Magellan now holds the distinction of being the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum, including Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP), in a bilingual setting. Learn more about Magellan’s International Baccalaureate programs and High School pathways at www.magellanschool.org.

In Middle School and High School, Magellan also welcomes students who are new to bilingual education, combining rigorous academics with advanced Spanish language learning.

“Offering the full IB continuum has been part of our vision since day one. Today, that vision is realized — creating a connected, inquiry-based experience from the Primary Years Program through the Diploma Program,” said Scott Hibbard, Head of School, Magellan International School. “We are truly preparing Magellan students to take action in our rapidly changing world.”

With the addition of the Diploma Program, Magellan now offers a fully aligned educational experience from Preschool through grade 12, grounded in inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking, global awareness, and academic depth.

In an increasingly interconnected world, families are seeking educational models that prepare students not only for college, but for global citizenship, cross-cultural collaboration, and meaningful real-world impact.

The IB Diploma Program is widely recognized as one of the most rigorous and respected academic programs in the world. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and interdisciplinary learning, students develop the skills and mindset needed to thrive in college and beyond.

Key Facts About Magellan International School

• Only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum in a bilingual setting
• One of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs
• Serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School
• Bilingual Spanish-English education model
• Approximately 70% international faculty
• Students may join in Middle School and High School without prior bilingual education experience

“We do more than prepare students for a high school diploma; we forge global pioneers,” said Amaris Salazar, Director of Teaching and Learning, Magellan International School. “Our IB program pushes learning beyond classroom walls — preparing students not just for college admissions, but to speak the world’s languages, solve its most intricate puzzles, and make a lasting impact.”

Schools seeking to offer the IB DP must go through a formal candidacy and authorization process that includes submitting applications, training staff, and receiving a final authorization decision from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO.)

About Magellan International School

Magellan International School is a secular, independent school in Austin serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School across two campuses. Founded in 2009, Magellan offers a bilingual Spanish-English education grounded in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and design-centered learning. The school is the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum — Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP) — in a bilingual setting, and one of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs. Approximately 70% of Magellan’s faculty are international educators, and the school community reflects a broad range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Magellan’s mission is to prepare innovative, globally minded, and culturally curious students who thrive with purpose and contribute to a better future.

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SOURCE Magellan International School

Magellan is also one of only five independent, secular schools in the country authorized to offer all three IB programs

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Effective April 20, Magellan International School officially received authorization to deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP), thus cementing its designation as a full IB Continuum School.

Magellan now holds the distinction of being the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum, including Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP), in a bilingual setting. Learn more about Magellan’s International Baccalaureate programs and High School pathways at www.magellanschool.org.

In Middle School and High School, Magellan also welcomes students who are new to bilingual education, combining rigorous academics with advanced Spanish language learning.

“Offering the full IB continuum has been part of our vision since day one. Today, that vision is realized — creating a connected, inquiry-based experience from the Primary Years Program through the Diploma Program,” said Scott Hibbard, Head of School, Magellan International School. “We are truly preparing Magellan students to take action in our rapidly changing world.”

With the addition of the Diploma Program, Magellan now offers a fully aligned educational experience from Preschool through grade 12, grounded in inquiry-based learning that builds critical thinking, global awareness, and academic depth.

In an increasingly interconnected world, families are seeking educational models that prepare students not only for college, but for global citizenship, cross-cultural collaboration, and meaningful real-world impact.

The IB Diploma Program is widely recognized as one of the most rigorous and respected academic programs in the world. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and interdisciplinary learning, students develop the skills and mindset needed to thrive in college and beyond.

Key Facts About Magellan International School

• Only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum in a bilingual setting
• One of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs
• Serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School
• Bilingual Spanish-English education model
• Approximately 70% international faculty
• Students may join in Middle School and High School without prior bilingual education experience

“We do more than prepare students for a high school diploma; we forge global pioneers,” said Amaris Salazar, Director of Teaching and Learning, Magellan International School. “Our IB program pushes learning beyond classroom walls — preparing students not just for college admissions, but to speak the world’s languages, solve its most intricate puzzles, and make a lasting impact.”

Schools seeking to offer the IB DP must go through a formal candidacy and authorization process that includes submitting applications, training staff, and receiving a final authorization decision from the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO.)

About Magellan International School

Magellan International School is a secular, independent school in Austin serving more than 600 students from Preschool through High School across two campuses. Founded in 2009, Magellan offers a bilingual Spanish-English education grounded in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and design-centered learning. The school is the only secular, independent school in the United States offering the full IB continuum — Primary Years Program (PYP), Middle Years Program (MYP), and Diploma Program (DP) — in a bilingual setting, and one of only five independent, secular schools nationwide authorized to offer all three IB programs. Approximately 70% of Magellan’s faculty are international educators, and the school community reflects a broad range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Magellan’s mission is to prepare innovative, globally minded, and culturally curious students who thrive with purpose and contribute to a better future.

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SOURCE Magellan International School

Otter Planet Alpha access opens a grassroots path to full development of a blue-green game designed to support child well-being, water literacy, and planetary connection.

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Revolution Games™ (BRG) is a new play-to-protect games studio and a subsidiary of Habithèque Inc. BRG is inviting parents, families, educators, and family-focused influencers into the creation of its first commercial game, Otter Planet™.

This invitation is fueled by Otter Planet Alpha access and a 50-day grassroots campaign (April 27—June 15, 2026). The goal is to help bring the full game to life while staying true to its core design philosophy: technology that works more like nature — relational, adaptive, immersive, and rooted in connection.

Otter Planet is a science-aligned, heart-centered interactive experience designed to help children and families reconnect with nature while supporting youth well-being, resilience, and real-world water impact.

Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io!

A Science-Aligned Vision for a New Kind of Play

At the heart of Otter Planet is a simple question:

What if a game could be designed for attention as well as for regulation, connection, and care?

For BRG, that question is not speculative.

The blue-green design of Otter Planet is informed by research across psychology, well-being science, and nature-based health. Recent studies suggest that immersive natural media can enhance psychological well-being and awe, while broader research on virtual nature points to benefits such as stress reduction, mood support, and increased nature connectedness.

Research on games and well-being also supports BRG’s emphasis on enjoyment, agency, and meaningful engagement. Oxford researchers reported that time spent playing games was positively associated with well-being, and that a player’s subjective experience may matter more than play time alone. A Frontiers review similarly notes that experiences of competence, autonomy, and relatedness during gameplay are linked with higher self-esteem and positive affect.

In that sense,Otter Planet is part of a new generation of immersive nature experiences for children delivered through play.

“The design logic behind Otter Planet is aligned with what we know about human biology, psychology, and cognition,” said Victoria A. Prizzia, Founder of Blue Revolution Games. “Children are shaped by relationship, sensory environments, emotional meaning, and experiences of belonging. We created Otter Planet to work with that truth — helping children feel calmer, more connected, and more called to care for the living world.”

Grassroots Development Guided by Ecological Principles

BRG is releasing Otter Planet in Alpha and inviting public participation now. This development path reflects the ecological principles at the heart of the project.

The studio is not racing toward scale by compromising the spirit of the experience. Instead, BRG is building through relationship, feedback, reciprocity, and many small, connected acts of support.

This approach places BRG within a growing field of play-to-protect games and eco-friendly games that support both personal and planetary well-being.

Early Validation from Kids and Parents

Gaming is now a mainstream part of family life, and BRG believes families are looking for better options.

Internal market research showed strong early validation from both children and parents:

• 91%of child players said they liked playing the game

• 92%liked the otter character overall

• 89%liked the game’s visuals

• 96%said helping the otter on its journey mattered to them

• 75%of parents said they would buy the game or allow their child to buy it

• Parents reported an average willingness to pay of $14.90 for a completed version

Educational Value Meets Commercial-Quality Gameplay

BRG is developing a gaming platform through the lens of water literacy and the wonder of Earth’s vital ecological systems.

The goal is twofold:

1. address critical gaps in accessible environmental education

2. offer a commercially viable alternative to the kinds of games that dominate today’s market

The studio’s internal strategy describes this as a genre-bending approach. It combines the entertainment value and production quality of commercial games with benefits rarely achieved at scale by traditional educational games for kids. Internal planning materials also describe Otter Planet as integrating real science into gameplay and ecosystem storytelling.

“We believe the next generation of commercially successful games can do more than entertain,” Prizzia said. “They can support child well-being, deepen environmental connection, and help change the way we think about both education and the transformational power of play.”

How Families and Supporters Can Help

Families and supporters can:

• Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io https://op2023.itch.io/an-otter-planet-alpha-release

• Become an Otter Guardian or sponsor a guardianship for someone they love

• Follow the campaign across BRG social platforms

• Help bring the full release to life through grassroots support, sharing, and tax-deductible charitable support

BRG builds on the impact work of Habithèque Inc., Victoria Prizzia’s multi-award-winning cultural production and environmental storytelling company. Its work has reached millions of people through interactive public experiences focused on water, ecological systems, and environmental stewardship. Otter Planet extends that mission into gaming for a new generation and global impact. 

Global Partnerships for Real-World Impact 

Blue Revolution Games is working alongside and in support of leading environmental and social impact organizations—including Women’s Earth Alliance, Sailors for the Sea powered by Oceana, and Diversity in Aquatics—to bridge digital engagement with real-world action. 

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blue-revolution-games-launches-otter-planet-91-of-kids-tested-love-new-nature-game-302771055.html

SOURCE Habitheque Inc.

Otter Planet Alpha access opens a grassroots path to full development of a blue-green game designed to support child well-being, water literacy, and planetary connection.

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Revolution Games™ (BRG) is a new play-to-protect games studio and a subsidiary of Habithèque Inc. BRG is inviting parents, families, educators, and family-focused influencers into the creation of its first commercial game, Otter Planet™.

This invitation is fueled by Otter Planet Alpha access and a 50-day grassroots campaign (April 27—June 15, 2026). The goal is to help bring the full game to life while staying true to its core design philosophy: technology that works more like nature — relational, adaptive, immersive, and rooted in connection.

Otter Planet is a science-aligned, heart-centered interactive experience designed to help children and families reconnect with nature while supporting youth well-being, resilience, and real-world water impact.

Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io!

A Science-Aligned Vision for a New Kind of Play

At the heart of Otter Planet is a simple question:

What if a game could be designed for attention as well as for regulation, connection, and care?

For BRG, that question is not speculative.

The blue-green design of Otter Planet is informed by research across psychology, well-being science, and nature-based health. Recent studies suggest that immersive natural media can enhance psychological well-being and awe, while broader research on virtual nature points to benefits such as stress reduction, mood support, and increased nature connectedness.

Research on games and well-being also supports BRG’s emphasis on enjoyment, agency, and meaningful engagement. Oxford researchers reported that time spent playing games was positively associated with well-being, and that a player’s subjective experience may matter more than play time alone. A Frontiers review similarly notes that experiences of competence, autonomy, and relatedness during gameplay are linked with higher self-esteem and positive affect.

In that sense,Otter Planet is part of a new generation of immersive nature experiences for children delivered through play.

“The design logic behind Otter Planet is aligned with what we know about human biology, psychology, and cognition,” said Victoria A. Prizzia, Founder of Blue Revolution Games. “Children are shaped by relationship, sensory environments, emotional meaning, and experiences of belonging. We created Otter Planet to work with that truth — helping children feel calmer, more connected, and more called to care for the living world.”

Grassroots Development Guided by Ecological Principles

BRG is releasing Otter Planet in Alpha and inviting public participation now. This development path reflects the ecological principles at the heart of the project.

The studio is not racing toward scale by compromising the spirit of the experience. Instead, BRG is building through relationship, feedback, reciprocity, and many small, connected acts of support.

This approach places BRG within a growing field of play-to-protect games and eco-friendly games that support both personal and planetary well-being.

Early Validation from Kids and Parents

Gaming is now a mainstream part of family life, and BRG believes families are looking for better options.

Internal market research showed strong early validation from both children and parents:

• 91%of child players said they liked playing the game

• 92%liked the otter character overall

• 89%liked the game’s visuals

• 96%said helping the otter on its journey mattered to them

• 75%of parents said they would buy the game or allow their child to buy it

• Parents reported an average willingness to pay of $14.90 for a completed version

Educational Value Meets Commercial-Quality Gameplay

BRG is developing a gaming platform through the lens of water literacy and the wonder of Earth’s vital ecological systems.

The goal is twofold:

1. address critical gaps in accessible environmental education

2. offer a commercially viable alternative to the kinds of games that dominate today’s market

The studio’s internal strategy describes this as a genre-bending approach. It combines the entertainment value and production quality of commercial games with benefits rarely achieved at scale by traditional educational games for kids. Internal planning materials also describe Otter Planet as integrating real science into gameplay and ecosystem storytelling.

“We believe the next generation of commercially successful games can do more than entertain,” Prizzia said. “They can support child well-being, deepen environmental connection, and help change the way we think about both education and the transformational power of play.”

How Families and Supporters Can Help

Families and supporters can:

• Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io https://op2023.itch.io/an-otter-planet-alpha-release

• Become an Otter Guardian or sponsor a guardianship for someone they love

• Follow the campaign across BRG social platforms

• Help bring the full release to life through grassroots support, sharing, and tax-deductible charitable support

BRG builds on the impact work of Habithèque Inc., Victoria Prizzia’s multi-award-winning cultural production and environmental storytelling company. Its work has reached millions of people through interactive public experiences focused on water, ecological systems, and environmental stewardship. Otter Planet extends that mission into gaming for a new generation and global impact. 

Global Partnerships for Real-World Impact 

Blue Revolution Games is working alongside and in support of leading environmental and social impact organizations—including Women’s Earth Alliance, Sailors for the Sea powered by Oceana, and Diversity in Aquatics—to bridge digital engagement with real-world action. 

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blue-revolution-games-launches-otter-planet-91-of-kids-tested-love-new-nature-game-302771055.html

SOURCE Habitheque Inc.

Otter Planet Alpha access opens a grassroots path to full development of a blue-green game designed to support child well-being, water literacy, and planetary connection.

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Revolution Games™ (BRG) is a new play-to-protect games studio and a subsidiary of Habithèque Inc. BRG is inviting parents, families, educators, and family-focused influencers into the creation of its first commercial game, Otter Planet™.

This invitation is fueled by Otter Planet Alpha access and a 50-day grassroots campaign (April 27—June 15, 2026). The goal is to help bring the full game to life while staying true to its core design philosophy: technology that works more like nature — relational, adaptive, immersive, and rooted in connection.

Otter Planet is a science-aligned, heart-centered interactive experience designed to help children and families reconnect with nature while supporting youth well-being, resilience, and real-world water impact.

Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io!

A Science-Aligned Vision for a New Kind of Play

At the heart of Otter Planet is a simple question:

What if a game could be designed for attention as well as for regulation, connection, and care?

For BRG, that question is not speculative.

The blue-green design of Otter Planet is informed by research across psychology, well-being science, and nature-based health. Recent studies suggest that immersive natural media can enhance psychological well-being and awe, while broader research on virtual nature points to benefits such as stress reduction, mood support, and increased nature connectedness.

Research on games and well-being also supports BRG’s emphasis on enjoyment, agency, and meaningful engagement. Oxford researchers reported that time spent playing games was positively associated with well-being, and that a player’s subjective experience may matter more than play time alone. A Frontiers review similarly notes that experiences of competence, autonomy, and relatedness during gameplay are linked with higher self-esteem and positive affect.

In that sense,Otter Planet is part of a new generation of immersive nature experiences for children delivered through play.

“The design logic behind Otter Planet is aligned with what we know about human biology, psychology, and cognition,” said Victoria A. Prizzia, Founder of Blue Revolution Games. “Children are shaped by relationship, sensory environments, emotional meaning, and experiences of belonging. We created Otter Planet to work with that truth — helping children feel calmer, more connected, and more called to care for the living world.”

Grassroots Development Guided by Ecological Principles

BRG is releasing Otter Planet in Alpha and inviting public participation now. This development path reflects the ecological principles at the heart of the project.

The studio is not racing toward scale by compromising the spirit of the experience. Instead, BRG is building through relationship, feedback, reciprocity, and many small, connected acts of support.

This approach places BRG within a growing field of play-to-protect games and eco-friendly games that support both personal and planetary well-being.

Early Validation from Kids and Parents

Gaming is now a mainstream part of family life, and BRG believes families are looking for better options.

Internal market research showed strong early validation from both children and parents:

• 91%of child players said they liked playing the game

• 92%liked the otter character overall

• 89%liked the game’s visuals

• 96%said helping the otter on its journey mattered to them

• 75%of parents said they would buy the game or allow their child to buy it

• Parents reported an average willingness to pay of $14.90 for a completed version

Educational Value Meets Commercial-Quality Gameplay

BRG is developing a gaming platform through the lens of water literacy and the wonder of Earth’s vital ecological systems.

The goal is twofold:

1. address critical gaps in accessible environmental education

2. offer a commercially viable alternative to the kinds of games that dominate today’s market

The studio’s internal strategy describes this as a genre-bending approach. It combines the entertainment value and production quality of commercial games with benefits rarely achieved at scale by traditional educational games for kids. Internal planning materials also describe Otter Planet as integrating real science into gameplay and ecosystem storytelling.

“We believe the next generation of commercially successful games can do more than entertain,” Prizzia said. “They can support child well-being, deepen environmental connection, and help change the way we think about both education and the transformational power of play.”

How Families and Supporters Can Help

Families and supporters can:

• Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io https://op2023.itch.io/an-otter-planet-alpha-release

• Become an Otter Guardian or sponsor a guardianship for someone they love

• Follow the campaign across BRG social platforms

• Help bring the full release to life through grassroots support, sharing, and tax-deductible charitable support

BRG builds on the impact work of Habithèque Inc., Victoria Prizzia’s multi-award-winning cultural production and environmental storytelling company. Its work has reached millions of people through interactive public experiences focused on water, ecological systems, and environmental stewardship. Otter Planet extends that mission into gaming for a new generation and global impact. 

Global Partnerships for Real-World Impact 

Blue Revolution Games is working alongside and in support of leading environmental and social impact organizations—including Women’s Earth Alliance, Sailors for the Sea powered by Oceana, and Diversity in Aquatics—to bridge digital engagement with real-world action. 

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Otter Planet Alpha access opens a grassroots path to full development of a blue-green game designed to support child well-being, water literacy, and planetary connection.

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Revolution Games™ (BRG) is a new play-to-protect games studio and a subsidiary of Habithèque Inc. BRG is inviting parents, families, educators, and family-focused influencers into the creation of its first commercial game, Otter Planet™.

This invitation is fueled by Otter Planet Alpha access and a 50-day grassroots campaign (April 27—June 15, 2026). The goal is to help bring the full game to life while staying true to its core design philosophy: technology that works more like nature — relational, adaptive, immersive, and rooted in connection.

Otter Planet is a science-aligned, heart-centered interactive experience designed to help children and families reconnect with nature while supporting youth well-being, resilience, and real-world water impact.

Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io!

A Science-Aligned Vision for a New Kind of Play

At the heart of Otter Planet is a simple question:

What if a game could be designed for attention as well as for regulation, connection, and care?

For BRG, that question is not speculative.

The blue-green design of Otter Planet is informed by research across psychology, well-being science, and nature-based health. Recent studies suggest that immersive natural media can enhance psychological well-being and awe, while broader research on virtual nature points to benefits such as stress reduction, mood support, and increased nature connectedness.

Research on games and well-being also supports BRG’s emphasis on enjoyment, agency, and meaningful engagement. Oxford researchers reported that time spent playing games was positively associated with well-being, and that a player’s subjective experience may matter more than play time alone. A Frontiers review similarly notes that experiences of competence, autonomy, and relatedness during gameplay are linked with higher self-esteem and positive affect.

In that sense,Otter Planet is part of a new generation of immersive nature experiences for children delivered through play.

“The design logic behind Otter Planet is aligned with what we know about human biology, psychology, and cognition,” said Victoria A. Prizzia, Founder of Blue Revolution Games. “Children are shaped by relationship, sensory environments, emotional meaning, and experiences of belonging. We created Otter Planet to work with that truth — helping children feel calmer, more connected, and more called to care for the living world.”

Grassroots Development Guided by Ecological Principles

BRG is releasing Otter Planet in Alpha and inviting public participation now. This development path reflects the ecological principles at the heart of the project.

The studio is not racing toward scale by compromising the spirit of the experience. Instead, BRG is building through relationship, feedback, reciprocity, and many small, connected acts of support.

This approach places BRG within a growing field of play-to-protect games and eco-friendly games that support both personal and planetary well-being.

Early Validation from Kids and Parents

Gaming is now a mainstream part of family life, and BRG believes families are looking for better options.

Internal market research showed strong early validation from both children and parents:

• 91%of child players said they liked playing the game

• 92%liked the otter character overall

• 89%liked the game’s visuals

• 96%said helping the otter on its journey mattered to them

• 75%of parents said they would buy the game or allow their child to buy it

• Parents reported an average willingness to pay of $14.90 for a completed version

Educational Value Meets Commercial-Quality Gameplay

BRG is developing a gaming platform through the lens of water literacy and the wonder of Earth’s vital ecological systems.

The goal is twofold:

1. address critical gaps in accessible environmental education

2. offer a commercially viable alternative to the kinds of games that dominate today’s market

The studio’s internal strategy describes this as a genre-bending approach. It combines the entertainment value and production quality of commercial games with benefits rarely achieved at scale by traditional educational games for kids. Internal planning materials also describe Otter Planet as integrating real science into gameplay and ecosystem storytelling.

“We believe the next generation of commercially successful games can do more than entertain,” Prizzia said. “They can support child well-being, deepen environmental connection, and help change the way we think about both education and the transformational power of play.”

How Families and Supporters Can Help

Families and supporters can:

• Play the Alpha release of Otter Planet now on itch.io https://op2023.itch.io/an-otter-planet-alpha-release

• Become an Otter Guardian or sponsor a guardianship for someone they love

• Follow the campaign across BRG social platforms

• Help bring the full release to life through grassroots support, sharing, and tax-deductible charitable support

BRG builds on the impact work of Habithèque Inc., Victoria Prizzia’s multi-award-winning cultural production and environmental storytelling company. Its work has reached millions of people through interactive public experiences focused on water, ecological systems, and environmental stewardship. Otter Planet extends that mission into gaming for a new generation and global impact. 

Global Partnerships for Real-World Impact 

Blue Revolution Games is working alongside and in support of leading environmental and social impact organizations—including Women’s Earth Alliance, Sailors for the Sea powered by Oceana, and Diversity in Aquatics—to bridge digital engagement with real-world action. 

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SOURCE Habitheque Inc.

Campaign elevates real stories to spotlight empowerment in knowing early

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A new awareness campaign, This is ALZ, launched today to challenge long-held perceptions of Alzheimer’s by revealing what the disease looks like in its earlier stages, when symptoms are mild or have yet to show.

Powered by HealthyWomen, the campaign spotlights the lived experiences of people navigating the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s, from those who are cognitively unimpaired and experience no symptoms, to those who are beginning to experience cognitive impairment with more noticeable symptoms.

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 7 million Americans, nearly two-thirds of whom are women, with older Black and Hispanic Americans facing a higher risk. Despite its prevalence, awareness of the disease’s earlier stages remains limited. Nearly all Americans (99%) say early-stage diagnosis is important, yet fewer than one in five (16%) say they know a lot about Alzheimer’s, highlighting a critical gap that This is ALZ aims to address.

“Alzheimer’s is commonly viewed as a disease that only impacts people in its most advanced stages, but the reality is far more nuanced,” said Beth Battaglino, RN-C, CEO of HealthyWomen. “By sharing real stories from people living with the earlier stages, This is ALZ aims to shift perceptions, encourage earlier conversations and help people better understand what’s possible after diagnosis.”

While Alzheimer’s is often associated with its later stages, it develops over time and can present differently in its earlier stages, when changes may be subtle. This is ALZ highlights a broader view of the disease, including how people living with the earlier stages may continue to maintain independence, connection and a sense of purpose after diagnosis.

“People have that thought that your life ends when you get the diagnosis. But I felt like my life was just beginning,” said LauraLee Denler, who is living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s and is helping challenge common assumptions about life after diagnosis.

Redefining What’s Possible

At the heart of the campaign are personal stories that challenge stigma and outdated assumptions about Alzheimer’s, demonstrating that people can continue to lead meaningful, engaged lives in the earlier stages of the disease.

“My story is very different. People don’t really get that I have Alzheimer’s. They see me as kind of young,” said Pako Rios, who is living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s and whose experience reflects how the disease can largely remain outwardly invisible in its earlier stages.

Highlighting a New Era of Understanding

Advances in research, diagnosis and treatment are transforming how Alzheimer’s is understood and managed. New diagnostic tools, including U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared blood-tests, are making it possible to identify the disease earlier than ever before.

Knowing Early Can Help People Live Intentionally

A key message of This is ALZ is that those who know early are taking action and changing what’s possible with their lives. Early awareness can provide individuals and families with time to plan, make informed decisions and focus on what matters most, from health and wellness to care and financial planning. It can also open the door to meaningful conversations and stronger support systems.

“By being diagnosed early, I have a lot more opportunities. It gave me the chance to make decisions about how I want to live my life,” said Kerry Dennis, who is living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s and emphasizes how early awareness can support more intentional decision-making.

“Alzheimer’s is too often recognized only in its later stages, leaving many individuals and families without the information they need early on,” said Karyne Jones, President and CEO of NCBA. “Campaigns like This is ALZ are critical to broadening awareness, especially in communities like ours where greater understanding of the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s is needed. By elevating real stories and emphasizing the importance of knowing early, we can help reduce stigma, encourage timely conversations and ensure individuals and families are better equipped to plan, seek care and continue living with purpose.”

Turning Awareness Into Action
By elevating real stories, This is ALZ encourages the public, policymakers and healthcare decision makers to reconsider assumptions about Alzheimer’s and recognize the value of early diagnosis.

This is ALZ is supported by a multi-channel effort to drive awareness and engagement, including the launch of a new website and social channels, advertising, partner outreach, signature story videos, blog content and other educational resources to help increase understanding of the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s.

To learn more and explore stories from those living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s, visit ThisisALZ.com.

About This is ALZ
This is ALZ is a campaign that highlights the real experiences of people living with the earlier stages of Alzheimer’s. By sharing personal stories, the campaign shows that the disease is just one part of an individual’s story and underscores how knowing early can empower people to live intentionally now and into the future. This is ALZ is powered by HealthyWomen. Learn more at ThisisALZ.com. Follow This is ALZ on social at @thisisalzvoices.

About HealthyWomen
HealthyWomen is the nation’s leading independent, nonprofit health information source for women. HealthyWomen.org was the first website to comprehensively address women’s health and wellness issues and continues to educate women to make informed health decisions by providing objective, fact-based information. For nearly 40 years, women have turned to HealthyWomen for answers to their most important healthcare questions. To learn more, please visit www.HealthyWomen.org. Follow HealthyWomen on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

HealthyWomen developed this initiative with support from and in collaboration with Eli Lilly (Lilly) and Company.

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SOURCE This is ALZ