In this episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education, discussing the Play Value, Childhood Development, free play and learning through play experts gather to discuss the incredible value of play in children's development, highlighting insights. Heather Welch passionately advocates for play as an essential tool for learning, especially during the early years.

The experts reflect on Heather's belief that play is often overlooked in a world filled with structured activities, yet it plays a crucial role in fostering a wide range of skills—from fine motor coordination to cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and problem-solving abilities. They also emphasise Heather's point about the importance of giving children the freedom to explore, experiment, and make choices during play, helping them develop into self-directed learners. Together, they reinforce her message that a play-based approach to learning lays the foundation for a lifetime of success.