Play Blog — social and emotional learning

Edx Education, educator, and toy enthusiast, witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that toys can have on a child's growth. Among the myriad of toys available today, open-ended toys stand out for their unparalleled benefits. These toys, which include favourites like GeoStix®, MyGears®, Linking Cubes, and 1cm interlocking cubes, offer endless opportunities for children to explore, create, and learn. Let's delve into how these toys foster the six core skills crucial to early years development

We are all embarking on a new adventure together as a family. Learning at home might seem time-consuming, but let’s put it into perspective. Children spend only a fifth of their waking hours at school. The rest is spent with family, friends, and their surroundings outside the classroom. This extra time is a golden opportunity for parents and caregivers to enrich their children’s learning experiences and complement formal education.

In our quest to provide children with knowledge and experiences, a fundamental question arises: Are we effectively teaching them how to think? Beyond simply imparting information, it is essential to guide children in developing the ability to analyse problems and seek solutions independently. While our education system often emphasises the importance of following established processes to solve problems—a key component of learning—

As a parent, engaging your children in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) activities can be both fun and educational. The early years are a crucial period for developing cognitive, motor, and social skills, and incorporating play-based learning can make a significant difference.