The National Center for Play

The National Center for Play is an organization dedicated to studying and promoting the importance of play for children’s development. It focuses on understanding how play supports cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. By providing research, resources, and advocacy, the center aims to ensure children have access to meaningful, safe, and engaging play experiences. Ultimately, it emphasizes that play is a vital part of healthy childhood and lifelong learning, helping children explore, create, and build essential skills in a natural and enjoyable way.