Don’t Play With Your Kids. Seriously.

8/20/2021

This article from The New York Times Magazine explores the importance and benefits of play in children's lives. It discusses how free, unstructured play allows children to develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills. The article emphasizes the role of play in promoting creativity, problem-solving, and resilience in children. It also highlights the decline of playtime and the increase in structured activities and screen time in children's lives. The author emphasizes the need to prioritize and foster opportunities for play, both at home and in schools, for the overall well-being and development of children.

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