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In children's education, there’s typically a rigid distinction between learning and play.
But the lines between the two aren’t so clear. After all, play is a great way for children to discover their gifts and develop their passions — whether it’s art, science, or athletics.
Peter Gray is an evolutionary psychologist who has spent decades studying the role of play in human development. To Grey, the research is clear: When kids are allowed to play in the ways they want, they become much more enthusiastic and engaged in the activities they’re pursuing. Play is a natural form of education that helps people realize who they want to become.
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In children's education, there’s typically a rigid distinction between learning and play.
But the lines between the two aren’t so clear. After all, play is a great way for children to discover their gifts and develop their passions — whether it’s art, science, or athletics.
Peter Gray is an evolutionary psychologist who has spent decades studying the role of play in human development. To Grey, the research is clear: When kids are allowed to play in the ways they want, they become much more enthusiastic and engaged in the activities they’re pursuing. Play is a natural form of education that helps people realize who they want to become.
For more stories, ideas, and advice from changemakers tackling our biggest challenges, subscribe to Stand Together ► youtube.com/standtogethercc
Watch more videos about new ideas in Stand Together’s Insights from Nonprofit Leaders playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF-0tjFMo6OJeyP8ag50opr81-srZjJlK
And visit Stand Together’s website to learn more ► standtogether.org
