This Masterclass – Khel Konas by Aga Khan Foundation showcases the transformative impact caregivers in rural India are having by integrating play-based learning into their daily routines.
The session highlighted practical, low-cost solutions for creating play corners at home using locally available materials, emphasizing how families with limited resources can foster safe, stimulating environments for their children. Participants also learned how caregivers, through creative play and gender-balanced roles, are helping children develop cognitively and physically.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn how caregivers create safe, engaging play spaces at home that encourage both free and guided play.
- Explore sustainable, low-cost play solutions, such as homemade toys and puppetry, to captivate young children.
- Hear firsthand accounts from caregivers on how they balance gender roles while creating nurturing play environments.
- Gain a deeper understanding of children’s cognitive and physical development through play in the early years.
