Unitarian Universalist
Fellowship of Lafayette
Greetings fellow UUs and supporters!
We are meeting IN PERSON
and on Zoom until further notice.
Our theme for July is Play.
Playing is important for both children
and adults. It can help build a bond
between adults and children that lasts
forever and lets the child know they are
loved and appreciated. Joining children
in their play can increase their
vocabulary and advance their brain
development, setting them up for
academic success. It also provides
opportunities for adults to support
children in mastering new skills and to
praise good behavior, reducing behavior
problems. Play can also teach children
problem-solving and emotion regulation
skills, which are foundational for
success in various areas of life. Adults
can benefit from play as well, as it can
increase social well-being and intimacy
in relationships, relieve stress, and have
a positive impact on mental health 1, 2, 3, 4,
5.