Play is one of the most important things a child can do. When children play, they learn to solve problems, socialize, enrich their creativity, and develop leadership skills. Play provides children the experiences that help them develop to their fullest potential.

Children bring boundless energy and imagination when given the opportunity to play. Through play, they discover that the world is a diverse place with unlimited possibilities. At cool-de-sac, we strive to help your children become imaginative, self-directed, and confident—traits they will carry with into adulthood.

PLAY

• Develops sense of humor
• Sharpens minds
• Enhances creativity
• Promotes a strong sense of self
• Yields amazing discoveries

PLAY helps children

• Become problem-solvers
• Become decision-makers
• Identify their boundaries
• Find their unique language of expression
• PLAY helps us define and discover
• Who we are
• What we value
• How we regard others and their needs
• Future possibilities

Highlights from the American Academy of Pediatrics report on the importance of play:

• Allows children to develop imagination and physical, mental, and emotional strength
• Helps children conquer fears, practice adult roles, and develop confidence
• Allows children to learn to work with others, share, and self-advocate
• Builds active, healthy bodies
• Is essential for learning