Play is fun, but it's also an important part of learning and development. Here are a few tips from KinderCare® Learning Centers on how to help your kids get the most out of playtime:


-- Place toys on low shelves so kids can make their own choices about what to play with
-- Enhance their play area with mirrors and dress-up clothes that encourage the imagination.
-- Help your child learn personal responsibility by labeling bins and toy shelves and asking them to participate in clean-up.

What are some other playful ways you help your children learn?

There are two types of play, structured and unstructured. Both are necessary for all kids.
Unstructured... because this fuels language development, imagination and creativity.
Structured...because by structuring learning through play we are way more likely to capture kids' focused attention, and all the latest brain research will tell you that focused attention is necessary for real learning.
Of course the challenge is knowing how to set this up properly. However, there are brilliant resources coming out now for teachers of all year levels that incorporate a play element.
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Play With Your Children.. It's The Best Investment You Will Ever Make!

I've really enjoyed watching my nearly-two-year-old play in the pool this summer. The only frustrating part is the times when he takes toys from other kids. There's just no reasoning with him. I've leared that toddlers don't have the developmental skills to understand sharing...and I've created a blog post to capture my summer of learning. Hope it helps!

http://dadsondefense.blogspot.com/20...r-kids-to.html