Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education

Is your child easily frustrated, quick to anger, or overwhelmed by change? In this episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch explores why some children experience emotions more intensely and why these “big feelings” are often a sign of a brilliant, deeply thinking mind. Drawing on research in child development, emotional regulation and play-based learning, Heather refr...

In this episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch author of Happy Children Play and General Manager of Edx Education UK explores why movement-based play is not just enjoyable for children, but essential for their learning, wellbeing, and development. We take a closer look at two powerful sensory systems that underpin all learning: the proprioceptive system , which help...

In this heartwarming and practical episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch, General Manager of Edx Education UK and author of Happy Children Play , early years inclusion specialist and advocate for neurodivergent children. Explore how play bridges communication, confidence, and connection for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodivergent profi...

In this episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch, Author of Happy Children Play and General Manager UK at Edx Education, explores how we can make classrooms more inclusive for neurodivergent children  including those with Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, Dyspraxia, and other diverse learning profiles. Heather shares practical strategies for creating sensory-friendly learning...

As parents and caregivers, we all want children who can think for themselves creative, confident, and resilient problem-solvers. But how do we nurture these skills from an early age? In this episode of Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch author of Happy Children Play and General Manager of Edx Education UK shares the secret: open ended play. Discover how toys like Rainbow P...

Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is often misunderstood as just a movement difficulty but it’s so much more. It can affect a child’s ability to organise, concentrate, write, plan, and even express their ideas clearly. These challenges can make everyday school life and home routines more stressful, impacting confidence, friendships, and emotional wellbeing. In thi...

At  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , we believe play isn’t just fun it’s essential, especially for neurodivergent children. In this episode, we explore why sensory play is a powerful, therapeutic tool for children with autism, ADHD, and other additional needs. From calming water trays to creative sand play, these simple setups help regulate emotions, build motor skills, improve f...

As the holiday season wraps up, how can we help young children return to school feeling confident, curious, and ready to learn? In this episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , host Heather Welch and education experts explore the importance of play in easing children through transitions whether it's starting a new school or moving up a year. Discover practical tips, routines,...

In this episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , discuss into the world of construction play and how it sparks powerful thinking skills in young children. From building towers with Linking Cubes to exploring possibilities with MyGears® and Rainbow Pebbles®, we explore how handson play builds more than just structures it builds minds. Discover how convergent, divergent, and la...

In this episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , Heather Welch explores the importance of teaching children how to think creatively, critically, and independently through the power of play. Drawing from our latest blogs, we unpack the three key types of thinking: convergent, divergent, and lateral, and how toys like Rainbow Pebbles®, Linking Cubes, and open-ended activities c...

Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , the podcast where we dive into the wonderful world of play based learning and explore how it shapes confident, creative, and curious learners. In this episode, we’re focusing on the importance of STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics and how integrating these subjects through play in the early years can lay a powerful foundatio...

Discover how  Play unlocks neurodivergent children's potential  in the latest episode of the  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education  podcast, This engaging and heartwarming episode dives into the powerful role of play in supporting neurodivergent children—including those with autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, and other learning differences. Play isn’t just fun it’s essential. It’s...

In this must-listen episode, the Edx Education hosts discuss safety in toys looking atinto the critical topic of toy safety, breaking down the key differences between the CE (European Conformity) mark and the similar markings The hosts highlight the risks of buying uncertified, cheap toys from online marketplaces and offer tips on identifying trusted brands that prioritize both safety and ethical...

We explore the vital connection between children's physical and mental health and the pivotal role that play has in nurturing both. Edx Education hosts highlight the importance of supporting well-being through play-based learning, delving into key concepts like risk assessment, resilience, and self-regulation. We'll share practical strategies for caregivers and educators to foster children's devel...

Tune in to the  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education  podcast as Edx Education discusses the powerful connection between play and a child’s mental and physical health. In this episode, she unpacks how play fosters resilience, helps children manage stress, and builds essential social and emotional skills. Discover how creating a safe, supportive environment for play can transform a...

Edx Education experts discuss the importance of  self-regulation  for children in the early years, focusing on how it affects their social and emotional development, learning, and ability to make friends. The hosts argues that understanding the five domains of self-regulation –  biological ,  emotional ,  cognitive ,  social , and  pro-social  – can help par...

What are the benefits of mindfulness for children, explores practical ways to incorporate mindfulness into everyday family life. The Edx Education hosts emphasizes the importance of helping children understand and manage their emotions, particularly in challenging situations. She then provides a range of exercises and activities that parents and caregivers can use to promote mindfulness, such as m...

Play, Learn, and Create podcast explores the value of children's play, specifically highlighting the importance of role-playing for their development. The Edx Education hosts discusses different types of role-playing:  real-life situations ,  occupational role-playing , and  fantasy role-playing . Each of these forms of play offers unique opportunities for children to develop essent...

Welcome to another enriching episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education . In today’s episode, we discuss the vital role caregivers play in a child’s development and how fostering a playful environment can transform everyday moments into powerful learning experiences. At Edx Education, we believe that caregivers are a child’s first and most important teachers, and much of a child’...

In Series 3, Episode 6 of the  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education  podcast, hosts Edx Education experts sit down to discuss Heather’s insights from her book,  Happy Children Play . This episode focuses on the importance of play for children with special educational needs (SEN), covering a range of conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperact...

In this episode 5 of series 3 Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , we dive into one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of early childhood education—teaching children to think. Our Edx Education hosts explore how critical and creative thinking are essential skills that lay the foundation for future success. Too often, traditional education systems focus solely on convergent think...

In this exciting episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , we discuss into the powerful role of play in developing essential social and emotional learning (SEL) skills in young children. As parents and caregivers, we all want our kids to be happy, resilient, and confident. But did you know that play is one of the most effective tools to help them achieve this? Join us as we ex...

"Play, Learn and Create" explores the different stages of play that children go through as they develop. Edx Education experts highlights the work of sociologist Mildred Parten who identified six stages of play:  unoccupied play ,  solitary play ,  onlooker play ,  parallel play ,  associative play , and  cooperative play . Welch explains that while children may not n...

In this exciting episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , explores the powerful role that social and emotional learning (SEL) plays in early childhood and how play-based learning can help children build essential life skills. Welch breaks down the five key SEL areas—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making—and exp...

In this episode of  Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education , discussing the Play Value, Childhood Development, free play and learning through play experts gather to discuss the incredible value of play in children's development, highlighting insights. Heather Welch passionately advocates for play as an essential tool for learning, especially during the early years. The experts reflect on...