How important is play?

6 Minute English

Nov 13

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Shownote

We all remember playgrounds when we were children – slides, swings, climbing frames. But have you heard of the new playgrounds which are designed to include things that others might consider junk... like old tyres and wooden pallets! Pippa and Phil discuss...

Highlights

What if the best playgrounds aren’t the shiny, safety-tested ones, but messy spaces filled with old tires and scrap wood? Pippa and Phil explore a surprising trend in children’s play that’s making a comeback—and why it matters for their development.

03:51

Adventure playgrounds originated after WWII

03:51

Play is crucial for developing key childhood skills through self-direction and exploration.

Chapters

What if the messiest playground is the best one for kids?

00:00

How did a post-war idea from Denmark change the way we think about play?

03:51

Why letting children take risks might be the key to growing up strong?

07:22

Transcript

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