Boost Your Child’s Development The Magic of Play at Home

Discover the benefits of play for children with intellectual disabilities

In this video, Rebecca Ralston, Senior Director of Early Childhood and Preventive Health at Special Olympics International, shares a tip about the importance of play for children with intellectual disabilities.

She encourages parents to create a fun and stimulating environment at home using basic household items to support their child’s development.

By celebrating successes, focusing on current abilities, and fostering social connections, parents can help their children thrive through play.

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This post originally appeared on our July/August 2023 Magazine