The Importance of Play

Erin and Jessi are focused on fun this month by learning about the 6 developmental benefits of play! To help educate them, they are joined by the Toy Association's Anna Yudina, who is spearheading the organization's "Genius of Play" initiative, which aims to raise awareness of the crucial part play has in child development. We're also hearing from the Patchogue-Medford Library's own Miss Mary who passes on tips and tricks from her own experience with play in our Library! Episode #5, October 2023 For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #5 Resource Guide. Don't forget to check out the play ideas on the Genius of Play website (https://thegeniusofplay.org/ )and of course, check the Library's events calendar for fun programming designed with your child's development in mind!