When you make time to play each day, you are giving your child a big dose of love and learning.
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” Wise words from Mister Rogers. Play is serious learning. It’s more than just fun. It’s a very important part of growing up. And it happens from day one of a child’s life. Even small babies play. Here’s what you can expect as your child grows and develops.
Birth to 12 Months
24–36 Months
Your Child and Play
Play is practice for real life. It gives young children an opportunity to learn and practice new skills. It offers an outlet for expressing themselves and working through powerful feelings. Most important, play brings joy. And you are a big part of that fun! What makes play so special is that your child has your full attention. When you make time to play each day, you are giving your child a big dose of love and learning.