"To fly a kite you need a hearty breeze and lots of space. In a whimsical sense, humans are a lot like kites! Play gives both kids and adults the freedom and momentum to truly soar. For kids, play is a natural state that sparks learning, nurtures confidence, and builds communication skills. For adults, play provides a haven from the daily grind, inviting fresh ideas and spontaneity. For everyone, play is an ideal way to find ourselves and be ourselves! This infographic is a celebration of why play matters, gathering quotes and facts from advocates who believe in the power of play."
Do you know that when children engage in play they are also problem solving, testing out ideas, asking questions, building muscle and bone strength and much more? This infographic provides 34 reasons why play is important and includes the resources used.
As many schools continue to decrease play time and focus on teaching core subjects this may remind us that time to play is critical.