It's no secret that kids love to play, but there's much more to play than having fun. In fact, play is an excellent way to learn, both in structured and unstructured environments, according to ...

A new study from LEGO® Education shows that teachers believe learning through play is more effective than traditional methods, and students say they want more of it in the classroom. LEGO Education is ...

A third grade student sets the last domino down in a row along the edge of a table while playing in Crystal O’Brien’s classroom at Shidler Elementary School in Oklahoma City. Credit: Ariel ...

Connecticut teachers want you to know that “play-based learning” is not an oxymoron. For years child development and education experts have praised the benefits of play-based learning — a pedagogy ...

As the world continues to change, so must the way we approach education—especially in the early years. Play-based learning has become a cornerstone of modern primary education, shaping a child’s ...

When it comes to early childhood education, child’s play may well be serious business. Fun and games bring more than just joy. They may be the key to helping children thrive in tough times, experts ...

Kindergarten students play in a classroom in Washington state. Experts and researchers are calling for more play for young children to boost academic and interpersonal skills. Credit: Jackie Mader/The ...

You have /3 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Six years ago, Lisa Forbes wasn’t sure how much longer she’d be able to stick it out as a ...

Children learn more through ‘guided play’ than from teacher-led instruction, according to a new study by experts at Cambridge University. A play-focused approach to learning, where children are ...