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‘International Day of Play’ Marks Importance of Children Having Fun With Families

Decades of research has shown the profound value of play.
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‘International Day of Play’ Marks Importance of Children Having Fun With Families
Families that encourage play are happier and healthier, experts have revealed. Shutterstock
Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
6/10/2024|Updated: 6/10/2024
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This year, June 11 will be declared the world’s first International Day of Play by the U.N. General Assembly.

Academics in the field said the importance of play was extremely important—even for adults.

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Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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