In Squid Game era, a play activist revives childhood outdoor games to educate on climate change
In Squid Game era, a play activist revives childhood outdoor games to educate on climate change
In Squid Game era, a play activist revives childhood outdoor games to educate on climate change
Nidhi Jamwal
January, 18, 2025
Summary
In the past, children enjoyed outdoor games that fostered social bonds and resilience. Today, those spaces are replaced by screens and content-driven isolation. While shows like Squid Game: The Challenge mimic childhood games for entertainment, Thailand-based play activist Ruttikorn Vuttikorn revives traditional games to build empathy and teach environmental and disaster awareness. Through her organization, Club Creative, she designs educational games like SIM Democracy and Disaster Life Cycle Game used in schools. Her work promotes “quality play” as a powerful tool for learning and civic engagement, supporting research that games can enhance disaster preparedness and community resilience.
Reference
Jamwal, N. (2025, January 18). In Squid Game era, a play activist revives childhood outdoor games to educate on climate change. Kashmir Times. https://kashmirtimes.com/opinion/comment-articles/in-squid-game-era-a-play-activist-revives-childhood-outdoor-games-to-educate-on-climate-change