Research suggests that recognising, labelling, and discussing emotions with children lays the foundation for their social emotional development, self-regulation, and success later in life.

Play is an essential part of learning and development for children, and continues to ‘play’ a significant role with regards to adult creativity, happiness, and well-being. This was clearly expressed by one of our childhood favourites, Mr. Rogers: “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play really is the work of childhood.”