The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution in March 2024 to establish June 11 as the International Day of Play. The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of play and to promote policies that support play in education and communities
Play is essential for a child's development, and playdates can help children develop social and emotional skills.
Social and emotional development: Playdates help children develop social and emotional skills, such as making friends, collaborating, and empathizing
Cognitive development: Playdates can help children develop cognitive skills, such as counting, categorizing, and storytelling
Mental health: Play can help children improve their mental health and resilience Love of learning: Play can help children develop a love of learning and build confidence
Parent support: Playdates can provide a support network for parents
