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Tune in for inspiring talks and playful experiences exploring the power of play. Hosted by comedian and How to Be a Better Human podcast host Chris Duffy, Play@TED unfolds across three sessions of TED Talks, interactive moments, and conversations with leading thinkers, creators, and young innovators. Together, they reveal how play can spark curiosity, strengthen connections, and help us navigate an ever-changing world.

Let’s Reimagine Play

What if play isn’t a break from learning and work, but the engine behind them?

Play@TED is a partnership between TED, the LEGO Group, and the LEGO Foundation aimed at inspiring a global movement to transform how we think about play. Together we will showcase how creative play can be a game-changer and help shape brighter minds, braver ideas, and a more imaginative future for everyone.

Play@TED Originals

Discover new talks and animated lessons exploring the science, history, and transformative power of play.

What kids wish their parents knew about fun

When was the last time you played, just for fun? Eleven-year-old Mila Rojas has noticed that adults — buried under schedules, expectations and the pressure to be serious — often see play as unproductive. In this delightful talk, she shows why having fun is key for families to connect and shares some simple ways to bring more joy into everyday life.

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What kids wish their parents knew about fun

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When was the last time you played, just for fun? Eleven-year-old Mila Rojas has noticed that adults — buried under schedules, expectations and the pressure to be serious — often see play as unproductive. In this delightful talk, she shows why having fun is key for families to connect and shares some simple ways to bring more joy into everyday life.

 How would you design your dream city?

Urban planner James Rojas has led hundreds of workshops where participants creatively design their ideal communities with small objects — and he's noticed that people of every age, income and background build strikingly similar places. Through play and storytelling, he shows how we can use our childhood memories and imaginations to shape the places we live and love.

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How would you design your dream city?

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Urban planner James Rojas has led hundreds of workshops where participants creatively design their ideal communities with small objects — and he's noticed that people of every age, income and background build strikingly similar places. Through play and storytelling, he shows how we can use our childhood memories and imaginations to shape the places we live and love.

How imaginary worlds help kids learn

All children develop at different paces — so why do schools expect every student to learn the same way? Early education researcher Anna Rainio introduces "playworlds," a learning activity where adults and kids create imaginary stories together. She shows how pretend play helps students find their place — and the power of a teacher or parent starting with a simple question: Why not?

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How imaginary worlds help kids learn

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All children develop at different paces — so why do schools expect every student to learn the same way? Early education researcher Anna Rainio introduces "playworlds," a learning activity where adults and kids create imaginary stories together. She shows how pretend play helps students find their place — and the power of a teacher or parent starting with a simple question: Why not?


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The shape-shifting sounds of the accordion

Musician Maria Telesheva plays the accordion like a second set of lungs, showcasing this powerhouse instrument and its impressive 226 buttons — whether she’s playing Bach or the Beatles. In this talk and performance, she discusses how she fell in love with this musical acrobat and plays two beautiful songs.


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The shape-shifting sounds of the accordion

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Musician Maria Telesheva plays the accordion like a second set of lungs, showcasing this powerhouse instrument and its impressive 226 buttons — whether she’s playing Bach or the Beatles. In this talk and performance, she discusses how she fell in love with this musical acrobat and plays two beautiful songs.


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a parent

Never Stop Playing!

Play doesn’t require perfection, extra hours in the day, or elaborate plans from parents and caregivers. It shows up in small, meaningful ways — in laughter, in nudges, in curiosity, and in simply being present together.
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an educator

Let Play Lead Learning!

Play doesn’t require extra time, perfect conditions, or a complete overhaul of your curriculum. It can live in everyday moments — in curiosity, in exploration, in collaboration, and in giving students the space to think, try, and imagine.
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a policy maker

Make Play Possible!

The future belongs to children who play. Yet play is continually undervalued and deprioritised in an over structured world. Packed schedules, limited public space, and unequal access to safe environments have left many children without the freedom or opportunity to play. We need your help to create a world where every child’s right to play is respected, protected and fulfilled.
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