On this episode, Rachel Robertson, Bright Horizons Chief Academic Officer, and new mom Amanda, discuss the benefits of play for children. Find out why play is the key to healthy child development—and get new ideas you can use to engage your child in playful ways throughout the day....
Benefits for Parents As we move into adulthood, we can lose our sense of playfulness and imagination. Immersing ourselves within our child’s play brings back fond memories of our childhood. Taking the time to engage in play with our children and follow their lead is a great str...
In this article, we will delve into the various aspects of play in early childhood education, examining its importance and the ways in which it can be incorporated effectively into educational settings. From the benefits of play to different types of play and the role of educators, we will ex...
Early childhood education is a critical stage in a child's development, and play is an essential component of it. Play is a natural activity that children engage in, and it has significant benefits for their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development. The power of play in early chi...
This article argues that play and playfulness are basic features in early childhood education, but that play curricula can have serious drawbacks. The starting point is the play theory of the Dutch historian Johan Huizinga, a radical critic of the focus on the educational benefits of play. ...
Play is an essential part of early childhood development, contributing to cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. This article aims to explore the crucial role play plays in a child's development and the various benefits associated with it. What is Play? Play is a universal language...
This article argues that play and playfulness are basic features in early childhood education, but that play curricula can have serious drawbacks. The starting point is the play theory of the Dutch historian Johan Huizinga, a radical critic of the focus on the educational benefits of play. Accord...
In conclusion, children's play is an integral part of early childhood education and provides numerous benefits for young children. It fosters their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, and enables them to explore, learn, and grow. Educators play a vital role in supporting childr...
Amongthe various avenues for play, playgrounds stand out as a vital space for early childhood development. Not only do they offer physical benefits, but they also provide a context for practicing important developmental and...
Early Childhood EducationThis paper investigates young children's exploratory play and inquiry on playscapes: playgrounds specifically designed to connect children with natural environments. Our theoretical framework posits that playscapes combine the benefits of nature and play to promote informal science ...