The Vital Role of Play in a Child's Development

The importance of play for the healthy development of a child cannot be overstated.⠀Research shows that play is essential for physical and emotional health,⠀promoting relationship-building skills, stimulation of the imagination,⠀and the overall wellbeing of a developing child. In this episode, we cover the different types of play and their benefits. We explore some great outdoor play activity ideas and talk about the importance of the outdoors for both parents and children. Meagan has a wealth of valuable information to share and we hope you can put her knowledge into practice in your own homes!IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER:The four main different types of play, and the benefits of each one.The value of open-ended toysHow to transition from indoor to outdoor activities with easeStrategies for creating toys without spending too much moneyLinks Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Meagan Rose Wilson on InstagramWhole Family RhythmsRudolf Steiner CentreSydney Rudolf Steiner CollegeWe Nurture CollectiveWe Nurture on InstagramWe Nurture on FacebookWebsiteInstagram