When kids play, they use their bodies, brains, and emotions. Because play is joyful, it positively affects kids’ physical and mental health, which in turn helps build their confidence.

Here’s how.

How Play Builds Confidence Graphic

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During play, kids:
  • Make independent decisions

  • Follow their own interests

  • Engage in healthy risk-taking to overcome challenges


These actions lead to:

  • Courage

  • Problem-solving skills 

  • Feelings of accomplishment

  • Practicing and mastering abilities

 

Play also relieves feelings of stress and boredom, which stimulates creative thinking and exploration!