What happened: Researchers from Cardiff University and King’s College London found that children who played with dolls developed more advanced imagination and social understanding than those who played video games on tablets.
Why it matters:
- Encourages parents and educators to consider traditional toys for child development.
- Highlights differences in social and cognitive skills based on play type.
MNN Take: The study suggests that interactive, imaginative play with dolls may better support children's ability to understand others' feelings and beliefs compared to screen-based games.
Sources: Guardian UK