![]() ![]() Rather, these guidelines call for an inclusion of play as we seek the balance in children’s lives that will create the optimal developmental milieu to prepare our children to be academically, socially, and emotionally equipped to lead us into the future. 2, 3 It is essential that a wide variety of programming remain available to meet the needs of both children and families. Academic enrichment opportunities are vital for some children’s ability to progress academically, and participation in organized activities is known to promote healthy youth development. ![]() Although the guidelines were written in defense of play, they should not be interpreted as being against other forces that compete for children’s time. The overriding premise is that play (or some available free time in the case of older children and adolescents) is essential to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and youth. These guidelines were written in response to the multiple forces that challenge play.
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