"There’s a lot happening during playtime. Little ones are lifting, dropping, looking, pouring, bouncing, hiding, building, knocking down, and more. They are learning key scientific concepts, such as what sinks and floats; mathematical concepts, including how to balance blocks to build a tower; and literacy skills, such as trying out new vocabulary or storytelling skills as children “act out” different roles.

"And when your children play with you, they are also learning — that they are loved and important and that they are fun to be around. These social - emotional skills give them the self-esteem and self-confidence they need to continue building loving and supportive relationships all their lives."