They have to play


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1) The need to play is intrinsic
Through the physical interactions required in rough-and-tumble play along with taking risks incrementally, children are learning the give-and-take of appropriate social interactions. Successful participation in this play requires children to become adept at both signaling and detecting signals from their brains — a social skill they will need and use throughout their lives.   more…

As the previous post indicated, both animal and human studies have strongly suggested that free play, rough-and-tumble, and exploration in children is important for emotional development. According to Frances Carlson "social roles practiced ..... [1] more…

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To find out if students can benefit from certain after school activities, Dr. Silvia Bunge, a neuroscientist, got permission from an elementary school in Oakland, California to coordinate 75-minute sessions twice a week. The sample of children in the Bunge investigation came from a poor demographic..... more…