Ep. 21 - Play Is Serious Business

<p>What is happening to childhood?Covid-19 has created a “Perfect Storm” in Children’s Health. As children grow, Play “plays” an important role in a child’s development, mental<br /> health and connectedness.</p> <p>So, how can Adults help Children? There is Power in Play! Improve Physical Activity and Physical Literacy, even inside!<br /> <br /> “It is the supreme seriousness of play that gives it its educational importance. Play<br /> seen from the inside, as the child sees it, is the most serious thing in life. Play builds<br /> the child… Play is the essential part of education.” Joseph Lee, 1915</p> <p>Physical Literacy is defined as "the ability, confidence, and desire to be physically<br /> active for life”</p> <p><br /> Play is Powerful! Play supports the formation of the safe, stable, nurturing<br /> relationships with caregivers that children need to thrive.</p> <p><br /> Connect Physical Activity to health and happiness!</p>