Award-winning toy and gaming industry veteran and entrepreneur, Jacob R. Miles III, reveals the science and importance of play for children and adults.
Published: by Birmingham Parent - www.birminghamparent.com 3/7/2024
By: Jacob R. Miles III
What do you think of when you hear someone talking, or see news about toys, games and play? Does your mind immediately go to the thought that this must be about children? If you answered yes, you could not be more incorrect.
Play is a universal and essential aspect of human development, learning and well-being for all ages. It is not only a source of joy and fun for children, but for adults too. Play is a powerful way of stimulating the brain, enhancing cognitive skills and fostering social and emotional competencies.
Play can take many forms, from physical activities to imaginative games, from solitary pursuits to collaborative projects and from structured rules to spontaneous improvisations. It can occur in the digital world or in real life. But, regardless of the type, play always involves curiosity, creativity, challenge and feedback, which are the key ingredients for effective learning.
In this article we’ll explore the scientific evidence and practical implications of play for various domains of human development, such as STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), learning, mental health and adult play. We will examine how play can promote the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential for the 21st century such as problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and resilience. Also discussed here will be how play can enhance the well-being and happiness of children and adults by reducing stress, anxiety, depression and boredom, and by increasing self-esteem, self-regulation and empathy. Finally, we will offer several recommendations and suggestions on how to foster a culture of play in different settings, such as schools, workplaces, families and communities. For more info on the following visit the link below.
1. How toys and game play promote the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential in the 21st century and beyond.
2. How play, toys and games positively impact mental health in children and adults.
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