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(CU) Messy Play for Young Children 2025HI

Messy play is a powerful form of play-based learning that involves children exploring materials through their senses—touching, squishing, pouring, and molding. Messy play is often associated with playing with sand, water, mud, paint, or dough. While it may seem chaotic or unstructured, messy play holds immense developmental benefits for children, fostering creativity, problem-solving, fine and gross motor skills, and sensory integration. However, many parents and educators are concerned about potential risks, such as the mess, safety, and managing group play effectively.

CEUs: 0.3 | Hours: 3