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Playtime is a Little Superhero’s Business

We are small enough to care, large enough to do what we say will do

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Posted on March 24, 2023 by Armory Digital

Playtime is a Little Superhero’s Business

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Play is crucial for children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Through play, children learn important life skills such as problem-solving, creativity, social interaction, and self-regulation. Play allows children to explore their environment, experiment with different ideas, and express themselves in ways that are natural and meaningful to them.

Play can take many forms, including physical play, imaginative play, sensory play, and social play. Children learn best through play that is meaningful and engaging to them, so it is important for parents, caregivers, and educators to provide a variety of play opportunities that are tailored to a child’s individual needs and interests.

 

What is play?

Play includes fun activities enjoyed independently or with others. Play has no rules, and people make up their own games. Play can be inside or outside. It uses things around us, like balls and sticks. Playing helps us learn how to get along with others and think about new things.

 

Types of play:

  • Social Play is when kids play together. For example, playing soccer.
  • Symbolic Play is when you pretend. You can do this from 18 months to 5 years old.
  • Practice Play is doing the same thing repeatedly to learn how to do it better. For example, you might practice throwing a ball.
  • Sensorimotor Play is used by infants. This means that they use their senses and move around. An example of this is shaking a rattle.
  • Constructive Play is when kids make something. For example, building with legos or painting with their fingers.    

 

Play helps a child…

  • Build Imagination and Creativity
  • Foster Cognitive Growth
  • Improve Literacy
  • Improve Emotional Well-Being
  • Encourage Greater Independence

Play is not just a fun activity for children but a vital part of their development. Therefore, it is essential to support and encourage play in children and create a safe and stimulating environment for them to explore and learn.

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