Stories

FROM JUNIOR LEADER TO COMMUNITY HEALER: DAPHINE’S STORY

From a shy four-year-old to a confident healthcare professional, Daphine's journey is proof of the transformative power of play-based learning. Through Right To Play programs, she developed the leadership skills and confidence that now enable her to make a difference in her community as a nurse. Today, she advocates for girls' education and health, working to ensure that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

CHANGING THE GAME: DELA’S STORY

"When I see my students learning in a playful way, I feel so fulfilled because, for a very long time, the joy of learning wasn't there." - Dela, Teacher

ENERGIZING EDUCATION IN GHANA

“It is through play-based learning that children can actually interact and engage among themselves,” says Charles Odoom, Municipal Education Director with Ghana Education Service. “By doing this, they entrench core skills and competencies like critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative communication. So, I think Ghana cannot do without it.”

MAKING MENSTRUAL PADS MAKES WAY FOR GIRLS’ EDUCATION

Jacqueline inspects colourful squares of fabric assembled on a wooden table. She selects a piece of pale blue along with thread, sewing needles, and scissors. She has what she needs to stitch together a reusable menstrual pad – a small item that will have a big impact on her life.

HOW BANARD'S PLAYFUL PARENTING EMPOWERS HIS DAUGHTERS

"My children and I have bonded through play. I encourage their efforts in all they do at home ... I have also been able to teach them literacy and numeracy using different play materials." - Banard

HOW AMNA IS LEVELING THE PLAYING FIELD FOR GIRLS

FINDING A PLACE TO BELONG: ABUNDANCE’S STORY

“Growing up, I was hesitant to interact with my fellow pupils at school because I was afraid of being hurt. I was also afraid to speak in front of my fellow children because I felt that I was different from my peers and they would laugh at me,” he says.

HOW FREDA KEEPS HER LARGE CLASS LEARNING

Throughout most of her career, Freda's approach to teaching was a one-way street: Freda taught, and her students listened. In 2021, Freda received training from Right To Play on how to make learning more engaging through play. The training was delivered through the Partners in Play project which is supported by the LEGO Foundation.