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October 16, 20230Comments

The Playground as a School of Communication: How Children Learn to Interact

A playground is one of the most important places for children's social and emotional development because, in this environment, young children can learn valuable communication skills through play and shared

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The Playground as an Empathy Laboratory: How Children Learn to Understand the Emotions of Others

Emotional Skills

Playgrounds

September 25, 20230Comments

The Playground as an Empathy Laboratory: How Children Learn to Understand the Emotions of Others

The development of empathy is a crucial aspect of children's education, as it enables them to understand and respond appropriately to the emotions of others. However, teaching them empathy can

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From Excitement to Moderation: How Playground Activities Cultivate Children's Self-Control

Emotional Skills

Playgrounds

August 25, 20230Comments

From Excitement to Moderation: How Playground Activities Cultivate Children’s Self-Control

Children experience great excitement when they play on the playground, whether it's swinging, sliding, climbing, or running. However, this excitement can also lead them to act impulsively, without regard for

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Why should crawling be encouraged in children?

Physical Skills

Playgrounds

May 29, 20230Comments

Why should crawling be encouraged in children?

Crawling is one of the most important motor skills children develop during their first years. Although many parents may think that crawling is simply a phase in their child's development,

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Main benefits of balance play for children

Overall Development

Physical Skills

March 20, 20230Comments

Main benefits of balance play for children

Balance play has a fundamental role in the development of children because this type of activity stimulates specific skills and physical and mental abilities in children. Although children have innate

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