Jeff Brazier on the importance of playtime for kids

Are you a parent that thinks sending the kids out to the garden for a bit of playtime is just a way of keeping them occupied? Well, new research shows there’s a lot more to playing than just passing the time after school and on weekends.

The new study from the British Toy and Hobby Association and Play England shows that children who don’t regularly play may face behavioural and social problems later in life, with research revealing that a lack of play can negatively impact on children’s communication skills and self confidence. What’s more it can also make it harder for them to make friends as they grow up.

But in an age where the computer and TV are easy options for parents looking to amuse their children and with kids often not used to amusing themselves with more traditional play and games – what is the answer?

Jeff Brazier, who is all too familiar with the pressures of being a work dad, knows how difficult it can be to find the time and inspiration to create fun games and playtime with his kids. He also knows how important it is to let kids develop their own creativity and imagination through play.

So if you’re a parent looking for help and ideas for positive play and for great things to do as a family, then log on to our live Web TV Show where Jeff and play expert Dr. Amanda Gummer will give you the confidence to get your kids back to basics when it comes to playtime.

Jeff Brazier and Dr. Amanda Gummer will be live online on Tuesday 17th May at studiotalk.tv/show/jeff-braziers-back-to-basics-ideas-on-playtime at 10am to discuss great ideas for playtime.

For more information visit btha.co.uk