"In response to growing helicopter parenting and college admission pressure, directors Margaret Munzer Loeb and Eden Wurmfeld follow the lives of families who receive guidance from education professionals on restoring joy and freedom to their children. Some educators work with families who have kids struggling in school, while others revisit the childhoods of those who grew up from a high-stress environment that continues to impact their adulthood. The documentary feature also examines how socioeconomic class impacts over-parenting practices."
– Variety

"Provides an engaging look at the struggles of children and parenting in the modern age."
– Film Threat

"American children have become increasingly over-scheduled, overworked, and over monitored in recent years. 'Chasing Childhood' aims to change that with a simple, but earnest message: Let kids be kids."
– IndieWire

"'Chasing Childhood' offers a solution, supported by science and statistics; not only is it free and readily accessible, it’s also a whole lot more fun for both children and parents. It’s time to let the kids be kids."
– Treehugger