“Through play, children learn to come up with ideas with others, share, cooperate and think about other people’s perspectives. And if they get it wrong, that’s OK – it’s just play – it could become a learning opportunity.”
“Children develop core skills such as creativity, empathy and self-control through free play. They cannot be measured with a grade or a test score, yet they are fundamental to a child’s future success and happiness as adults.”
The Future of Jobs Report lists problem solving, critical thinking and creativity as the top 3 skills needed for the future workplace.
“Creativity is intelligence having fun.”
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Children are our role models because they are curious, creative and imaginative. These are precious qualities that should be nurtured and stimulated throughout our lives.
The wheel. Written language. The light bulb. Penicillin. The double-decker couch. Need we say more?
Source: World Economic Forum
Because the sky is blue.