Playing is much more than just fun. By allowing your child to play, you are providing a natural way for them to develop their key social skills. How? Through play, children learn to cooperate, communicate, show empathy, and solve problems.
At Fairplace we stimulate children's development through toys that not only provide fun, but also promote their social skills. In this blog post we share 7 top tips on how playing contributes to the development of social skills in children.
1. Playing together = sharing together
One of the most important aspects of social skills is sharing toys and interacting with other children. By playing together, children learn to communicate, respect each other's ideas and consider the feelings of others.
2. Role playing and imagination are ideal for learning to be social
Pretension games, such as pretend play, encourage children to step into the shoes of others and play different roles. This helps develop empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
3. Building and construction toys teach them to work together constructively
Building and construction games are great for encouraging cooperation. Children learn to plan, discuss and solve problems together to realise their joint creations. What do you think of Kapla, GRAPAT and Stapelstein for example?
4. Let them play with rules
Board games with clear rules teach children how to deal with winning and losing. They learn to play fairly, to wait patiently for their turn and to respect others.
Tip: be sure to discover our wide range of board games with which we encourage children to play together.
5. Let them play outside
Outdoor play offers countless opportunities for children to work together and think as a team. Think ball games, tag or shared adventures in nature. These experiences promote teamwork and mutual dependency.
In our 'Outdoor Play' category you will discover endless toys to encourage your children to play outside
6. Teach them to listen and communicate
Playing is also a great way to practice listening skills and verbal communication. Children learn to express their thoughts, listen to others, and respond to different ideas.
7. Dealing with conflicts? They learn that through play too!
During play, disagreements and conflicts can arise. This is a valuable opportunity for children to learn how to solve problems, compromise and respectfully deal with different points of view.
By investing in toys that promote social interaction, we give children the building blocks for healthy and successful social development. Let’s play and learn together, while helping the next generation grow into empathetic and confident individuals.
Discover our range of educational and socially stimulating toys at Fairplace and let children learn and grow in a playful way!