Watch this video the Raising Children Network on ‘Risk in play: How it helps child development’. A bit of risk in play lets children test their limits, as experts explain in this video. When children come across risky play situations, it challenges them to learn new skills. You can support your child through these situations with encouragement and advice. And with practice, children gain the skills and confidence they need to handle risks and challenges by themselves. This is why risk in play is important for child development.