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We’ve had the privilege of going behind the scenes and conversing with Education Experts from around the globe to present their insights and guidance on the significance of Play-based Learning for children. We are thrilled to introduce the 'Learning Through Play Series – 1', featuring: Dr. Cindy Hovington from Curious Neuron (Canada), curiousneuron.com Dr. Paul Swan from Swan Consultancy (Australia), drpaulswan.com.au Dr. Sandra Lee, Early Childhood Consultant (USA/China) Jacinth Liew from Our Little Play Nest (Singapore), ourlittleplaynest.com Kwan Chiao Chyi from Tickle Your Senses (Singapore), tickleyoursenses.com.sg

On this International Play Day, celebrated on June 11th, we recognise the profound impact of play on children's development. Play is not merely a pastime; it is a crucial element in fostering growth and learning. Unstructured play, in particular, offers myriad benefits, nurturing essential developmental skills in children. Let's explores these benefits, focusing on the six core development skills as identified by Edx Education, and highlights the significance of sensory play and educational toys like sand and water play sets, construction play, and linking cubes. The Six Core Development Skills Gross Motor Skills Gross motor skills involve the large muscles...

Sand and water play are not only quintessential elements of childhood but also powerful tools for supporting the developmental needs of children with ADHD, ASD, autism, and sensory processing issues. At Edx Education, we’ve observed firsthand how our sand and water trays, along with their versatile accessories, can make a significant difference in a classroom setting. Here’s a deeper look into how these activities can help children calm down, focus, and develop essential foundation skills in their early years.

Fostering Creativity Creativity flourishes in an environment where possibilities are endless. Open-ended toys are instrumental in creating such an environment. When children play with these toys, they are not confined by rules or specific outcomes. A set of linking cubes can become a castle, a spaceship, or a fantastical creature – all in the same play session. This freedom encourages children to think outside the box, experiment, and innovate. According to Heather Welch from Edx Education this type of unstructured play is crucial for nurturing creative thinking skills that will serve children well throughout their lives.