The play experts at Playground Equipment have created a new infographic showing us that play may be natural to all children, but it’s also an essential part of their learning process. These quotes the team collected specifically examine the ways play can heighten creativity. From famous artists to renowned psychologists, all the people and organizations quoted on this chart emphasize that play and creativity are intrinsically linked.
Not only does play have strong benefits for children, but a lack of play can also have negative effects. Professors like Alison Gopnik of UC Berkeley point out that play is the way that children learn, while artists like Henri Matisse say that creative people have a “tremendous” love of play. The American Journal of Play states that the ability to pretend play is a tool children will carry with them and use throughout their lives. Look over the infographic for thirty convincing reasons play is an important aspect of childhood. Below the infographic, you’ll find the team’s suggestions for how to foster a spirit of play in children of all ages. This infographic can inspire ideas for parents and teachers alike.
infographic by: www.playgroundequipment.com
