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Key resources to support play in children

2 mins read Early Years Play
Recognising the importance of children’s play is “more important than ever” following the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Play England.
Children missed out on play during the pandemic. Picture: Adobe Stock
Children missed out on play during the pandemic. Picture: Adobe Stock

The national organisation for children’s play campaigns for all children to have the freedom and space to play throughout childhood.

CYP Now has rounded-up three new play initiatives as the UK recovers from the pandemic as well as training guides and resources to help practitioners support children to play:

Summer of Play

Play England has joined forces with Play Wales, Play Scotland and PlayBoard Northern Ireland, to encourage families, carers, and communities to help children enjoy a summer of play.

According to the UK’s key play organisations:

Playing is essential for children’s mental health and well-being.

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