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PLAY - Coggle Diagram
PLAY
Types of Play
Free play
Structured play
Cooperative play
Parallel play
Solitary play
Dramatic/pretend play
Physical play
Constructive play
Characteristics of Play
Voluntary
Child-led
Enjoyable
Process over product
Active engagement
Why Children Play
Explore the world
Build relationships
Express creativity
Learn problem-solving
Develop independence
Role of Play in Development
Cognitive → thinking, problem-solving
Social → sharing, teamwork
Emotional → regulation, confidence
Physical → motor skills
Language → communication skills
Teaching Strategies
Provide open-ended materials
Allow child choice
Observe instead of direct
Scaffold learning
Create safe environments
Issues/Barriers in Play
Too much screen time
Over-structured schedules
Safety concerns
Lack of resources
Adult control/pressure