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Quiz: How much do you know about play?

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Games that support your child’s development

Enjoy playful moments with your child and expand their world even while indoors

A mother holds her child up as she queues with others to register her child's birth and receive birth certificate from a registrar at the Chipata Clinic, Lusaka, ZambiaA mother holds her child up as she queues with others to register her child's birth and receive birth certificate from a registrar at the Chipata Clinic, Lusaka, Zambia.

How play strengthens your child’s mental health

Playful moments are essential for your little one’s emotional well-being

Nevena and Stasa play at the park in Kragujevac, Serbia.

26 October 2021

How to introduce science to your toddler

Your little one is already a natural scientist

Playbox

20 October 2021

The Playbox

Supercharge your child's learning through the power of play

A baby plays during routine a check up with the pediatrician in Belmopan, Belize.

11 October 2021

How to introduce maths to your toddler

Playful ways to learn are everywhere

Jovana and Daria play together (Serbia).

The science of play

It’s not just fun – it’s fundamental to your child’s development

Taym, 4 years, plays in the UNICEF-supported Makani centre in Irbid, Jordan.

3 fun ways to practice problem solving

Play and learn together at home

Vivek, 20 months, plays in Paithan, Aurangabad, India.

17 December 2020

What is free play and why should you encourage it at home?

Learn how playing independently can benefit your child’s development

A mother and daughter play together

Toys for life

7 toys for babies and toddlers you can make at home