Fighting For Our Right To Play

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Surviving a zombie apocalypse. Going on a treasure hunting escapade. Plotting your own “great escape.” What do these experiences all have in common? They’re all interactive stories that millions are playing, and they were all created by kids. Psychology experts have long warned that the significant decline in self-directed play facing younger generations is a major issue. Self-directed play is essential for kids of all ages and fosters imagination and creativity. This panel will engage the audience in an interactive discussion about how we can enable young minds to forge their own experiences through self-directed creative exploration, and why it’s crucial to empower kid creator communities, not direct them.