We say we value play, but how often do we step out of being an onlooker to engage children playfully?

When children play, adults often step into the role of supervisor, not partner.

We only step in to correct, direct, or manage.
We don’t join play when invited in by children, out of fear of looking unprofessional, indulgent, or childish.

But what if it’s exactly what children need?
 
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