Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is working with Pure Play Every Day to showcase the importance playing has on a child’s development, which can improve their cognitive, physical, social and emotional skills.
At the Charles County Fair, held Sept. 12 to 15, representatives of Pure Play Every Day and CCPS will be available to share activities with children and information with families about the importance of playing and engaging the mind beyond the use of electronics and devices.
Through playing, children develop cognitive skills that help them think, remember, pay attention and solve problems. Social and emotional skills gained by playing aid children in relating to others, understanding emotions in themselves and others, and teaching them lessons in sharing, patience and cooperating. Playing develops language skills, promotes physical fitness and builds confidence.
Pure Play Every Day and CCPS are seeking volunteers, including students who are 14 and older and are looking to earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours, to volunteer during the fair overseeing play equipment and monitoring the Pure Play Every Day information table. The volunteer shifts are in increments of two-to-four hours.
To sign up to volunteer, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EABA823AAFBC16-50429504-volunteer#/.
CCPS students who are 14 and older can also learn more about the volunteering opportunity by contacting the SSL coordinator at their school. The fairgrounds are at 8440 Fairgrounds Road in La Plata.
