In order to better understand attitudes about risky play, the advantages and disadvantages of risky play and the attitudes of educators and parents were studied in the final paper. A risky game is an activity that involves a certain degree of risk. Play has an important role in children's development because it encourages autonomy, creativity, motor and social skills. Therefore, the concept of risky play and its importance for children's development is clarified. They describe different types of risky play such as height play, high speed play, play with dangerous tools and rough play. Risky play contributes to the overall physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of a child. Although risky play brings many advantages for children's development, it is important to point out potential disadvantages such as the risk of injury, the pressure of social norms and fear. Also, the perceptions of educators and parents are mentioned, as well as the importance of cooperation by encouraging parent education, quality and honest communication. Educators more often emphasize the developmental benefit of risky play and tend to prepare and provide opportunities for children to play in a safe environment. On the other hand, most parents often express concern about potential injuries. Examples of good practice include the organization of nature trips where parents participate as volunteers, natural playgrounds that allow children to explore safely and forest kindergarten groups that encourage physical development and independence. In Croatia, in addition to kindergarten groups, projects such as schools in nature and adventure parks which provide children with the opportunity for cognitive learning through challenging outdoor activities.