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What is play?

Discover the 5 characteristics of playful experiences

At the LEGO Foundation, we recognize play as a powerful learning context.

Learning through play builds on how we naturally learn from birth. It can include games to memorize facts, but its real potential is to foster children’s understanding of concepts and mastery of a breadth of skills, enabling them to apply what they learn – even in creative ways.

When learning through play, children have experiences that are actively engaging, joyful, meaningful, iterative and socially interactive.

What are some of your memories of play?

Share your playful experiences with us in LEGO Braille Bricks Facebook community and/or in the comments below.

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