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Studies on the Importance of

Playgrounds
Children learn vital physical, social, emotional,
and creative skills on playgrounds, which help
them build self-confidence, enhance
coordination, and develop their critical thinking
skills.

Playing while you learn

Play is essential to a playground. Simply


described, play is an unscheduled activity kids
do for enjoyment. Numerous research on the
topic of childhood play have been undertaken
by experts in a range of disciplines, including
psychology, biology, health, and education. All
of these studies have proven the same crucial
truth: play is a crucial component of learning.

Children learn a wide range of


skills when playing:

The ideal setting for youngsters to play


unsupervised is a playground. Free play is
different from structured play, which includes
sports or other organised activities. Children
have the flexibility to play whatever they wish
on the playground thanks to the various
constructions and areas. They can discover their
own innate tendencies, engage with others of all
ages, and unleash their creative side.

When given the opportunity to play independently


on a playground, children also benefit
emotionally in a variety of different ways.
Children gain from playground play because it:
increases self-esteem and confidence as children
tackle difficult playground structures
gives them the chance to maintain a sense of
control that is absent from many other aspects
of their lives.
Lowers tendencies to misbehave or bully, as kids’
attention is diverted with more positive activities.
Teaches them how to deal with challenges in a
healthy way.

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