09/11/2026
๐ Play has a wonderful way of bringing generations together.
Grandparents and grandchildren can connect through so many kinds of play:
๐ Reading and making up stories
๐งฉ Puzzles and games
๐จ Drawing and creating
๐งฑ Building together
๐ต Music and movement
๐ฑ Gardening
๐ฅฃ Cooking a favorite family recipe
๐ Or simply sharing something each person loves to do
These shared experiences support communication, social-emotional development, problem-solving, confidence, and a child's sense of connection and belonging.
And meaningful play can be adapted for different ages, interests, abilities, and mobility levels. What matters isn't how the play looks-- it's the shared experience.
This upcoming Grandparents Day, MPOWERME joins Genius of Play in celebrating a wonderful reminder:
Play strengthens the child-grandparent bond.
Here's to the grandparents and grand-friends who share their time, stories, laughter, traditions...and PLAY. ๐