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Play is positive for children’s development, health and well-being
Play is positive for children’s development, health and well-being
Play is the lens through which children experience their world, and the world of others. With adequate play, children stand the best chance of becoming healthy, happy, productive members of society.
Play is not a luxury. It is a fundamental human need like food and shelter. A child’s right to play is recognised in the UN Convention on the Rights of a Child.
Not only is play a right, but has been scientifically acknowledged for having a positive effect on children’s development, health and well-being.
You can find more about the many benefits of play in our Play 4 section.
About this website
As the voice of reputable toy manufacturers in in the EU, Toy Industries of Europe (TIE) and its members know just how important play is in children’s lives. This site has been developed to champion this knowledge with European and national policymakers.
On this site you will find information about the huge range of benefits of play for children and why policies that promote giving children the time, space and permission they need to play are essential.
For any enquiries, please contact us at info@toyindustries.eu
