227: Chatting about the Importance of Imagination with Jonna Laster
Nutshell Regatta illustrates a glorious afternoon of imaginative play with a sailing competition using nutshells for sailboats, mint leaves for sails, and twigs for passengers. Studies have shown play is crucial for many areas of children’s development—from physical strength to cognitive and linguistic growth. One 2008 study found that play contributes greatly to physical health—using…