Helping parents learn about therapeutic play, and free time

Parents learn that every child needs alone time to develop creativity
Monday, February 19, 2018
FAIRMOUNT PARK (WPVI) -- Kids were spinning, climbing, rocking and building today at Smith Memorial Playground.

"Play with a Purpose" was a free event to educate parents about the therapeutic value of play and unstructured time for kids.
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They also had face painting and other activities.

The mission behind today's event also advocates for kids with cancer, that families can find safe and effective treatments.
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Students from Temple University's chapter of the Public Relations Society of America also helped out at the event today.
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