“The Psychology of Playing: How Games Build Social Skills”

Intro:
Playing isn’t just fun — it’s serious learning! Child Development (Bodrova & Leong, 2015) shows that cooperative and competitive play improves communication and conflict resolution.

Body:
✔️ Games teach turn-taking, fairness, and how to handle setbacks.
✔️ Kids build empathy by seeing others’ moves and emotions.
✔️ Group play creates chances to make friends and resolve small conflicts in a safe setting.

✅ Tip for Parents:
Encourage kids to talk through moves, explain decisions, and cheer for others.

Closing:
Every roll of the dice builds more than a game — it builds character.