Children benefit from both kind of playtime i.e. its well known that fathers indulge in more physical activities versus mothers participate in more verbal play
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Enough is said about how playtime with kids is important, but what isn't stressed upon is development of social and self control skills through play. Parent child play is linked with gross motor skills, group interaction, and cognitive development, regulate emotions better.
Providing an enriched environment helps child grow both mentally and physically. Children benefit from both kind of playtime i.e. its well known that fathers indulge in more physical activities versus mothers participate in more verbal play.
Playtime not only benefits children but it also benefits parents. Playtime is supposed to releases Oxytocin i.e. similar to a relaxing massage. One must be actively engaged, a good listener, supporting and talking to children while playing with them. It should be a conversation rather than intruding the child’s speech continuously. We should make sure that we spend time with children and make them feel special. Let the child develop the theme of the play, get into the child’s world and act silly, play along and ask questions.
Nimish Kenia, Co-Founder, Happy Planet says, "Playtime at home comes in with a lot of clothes, toys, board games etc. Playtime with kids is so important but yes not many would want to clutter the home. All parents would agree the amount of energy that goes into clearing the playtime mess is exhausting. Then what is the next option-Outdoors? Yes its good but the vagaries of weather, specially the heat come into the equation. Thus the best option is to find an active play park. Play parks allow kids and parents to spend quality together time, engaging in various play options which also aid child’s overall development."
Jumping on trampolines, attempting aerial rope courses, engaging in indoor sand play or attempting the ninja challenge are just some of the unique options available in a safe and secure play park where all ages groups are welcome. The indulgence in these zones aid in motor skill development for the kids and also boosts their confidence level. The positive side effect of active play is kids are fit kids as they expend physical energy each time they choose a zone. The presence of multiple zones gives a lot of variety to keep kids engaged for hours together. Also makes the place an ideal birthday party destination.
In today's world where kids are tuned indoors on gadgets, it's time to take them out and make them active, involve in social skills development, encourage creativity and in turn lead to overall development.
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