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Boy playing with a football

 

Kids need to play. Active play helps them stay fit and makes learning fun. Unstructured play lets kids:

  • Learn in ways that are not possible in the classroom
  • Learn how to control their bodies and actions—and cut down on behavior problems
  • Develop physical and social skills
  • Learn to solve problems
  • Learn to communicate better

 Here are some cool places to start:

 

Source: Strong National Museum of Play

Tip of the Day 10

For indoor play, ask your child to make a shape with their body: round, flat, tall etc.

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