Children do not always need a new toy or app to learn something new.
Traditional games can offer movement, problem-solving, cooperation and plenty of fun.
Try familiar games
Depending on your child’s age and available space, you might try:
Hopscotch.
Pitthu.
Catch.
Simple kabaddi-style games.
Hide-and-seek.
Passing-the-ball games.
UNICEF India highlights traditional games such as pitthu, stapu and kabaddi as ways children can practise physical coordination, problem-solving and social skills.
What can children practise?
Games can involve:
Movement
Running, balancing, jumping and throwing.
Thinking
Remembering rules and deciding what to do next.
Social skills
Taking turns, negotiating and handling winning or losing.
Keep rules age-appropriate
A complicated game can be simplified for younger children.
The goal is participation and enjoyment—not perfect rule-following.
Also make sure the play space is safe and children are supervised appropriately.
💚 Earlyhood Parent Tip
Before looking for another activity class, teach your child a game you played when you were young.
Learning can also connect children with family and culture.
Source: UNICEF India – Play, Love, Learn