Play Blog — social and emotional learning

The landscape of early years education is evolving. Across the UK, caregivers, teachers, and Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) are embracing innovative approaches to foster learning in young children. One enduring and essential element, however, remains at the heart of these practices: play. Play-based learning is not just a trend—it’s a proven method that encourages cognitive, social, and emotional development in children. At Edx Education, we champion this philosophy with our range of educational toys, products, and resources. In this blog, we explore key trends in early years education, focusing on sensory play, sand and water play, and the growing...

At Edx Education, we believe the holidays are a prime opportunity to embrace play-based learning, encouraging children to develop vital skills like resilience, persistence, and critical thinking all while strengthening family bonds.

World Philosophy Day approaches, celebrated on the third Thursday of November, (21st) it’s a great reminder for parents and caregivers to cultivate a curious and questioning mindset in children. While philosophy might sound complex for little ones, fostering critical thinking, inquiry, and exploration is highly achievable—and deeply valuable—even in early childhood. Using Edx Education’s play-based learning toys, such as Rainbow Pebbles®, My Gears®, construction sets, and other STEAM products, you can inspire children to think independently, ask questions, and become resilient problem-solvers.

At Edx Education, we champion a play-based learning philosophy that encourages children to explore, experiment, and learn through play. By introducing toys that foster various types of thinking—convergent, divergent, and lateral—we can help our little ones become resilient, adaptable thinkers who approach challenges with curiosity and confidence.