Lack of Play Hurting Child Development

Take a minute to watch this short film. Look at the face of this little boy, Hennock, from Ethiopia. His joy is so contagious!

The film is produced by Plan Australia. P.A. is highlighting the need for children everywhere have time to play, even during disasters their team offers specially developed child zones that allow children to relax, play and process their trauma.

As it says at the end of the film:

“Play: is scientifically proven to help brain development. It promotes: social skills, creativity and speech. Every child has the right to play.”