March 2022

Play more, worry less: 3 ways play boosts resilience

When children play, they can get through all kinds of scary moments – even hospital appointments. Here are three ways children boost their resilience as they play.

The LEGO Foundation

Children are remarkably resilient. Here are three ways play helps children hone their social and emotional skills – preparing them to take on lots of life’s challenges.

1. Children build confidence by taking control
2. Make-believe play is the perfect preparation for real life
3. When children play, they worry less

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