We begin learning the minute we enter this world. Learning looks different each day, but regardless of how it happens, it is the most valuable thing humans can do. That exploration of our world through the discovery of new things and figuring out how something works are foundational skills that will carry us through our entire lives. I guess I never appreciated how important of a role playing has for children of all ages. That is their first exposure to problem-solving skills and growing their imagination. Without play, later developmental milestones can be negatively impacted. Incorporating play can enhance learning for children. In my speech therapy sessions this semester, I have done more play-based learning than I have in the past. The benefits of play implementation are evident in the growth and understanding of the target concepts. When you really stop and think about it, it makes sense. Children learn to play from the time they are able to engage in play settings. Once they learn to play, they can play to learn. This mirrors the shift later on in development when children learn to read, and it morphs into reading to learn. Playing is an essential component of a child’s life, and it gives them the first taste of curiosity. Stay Curious, Kayla ©Inquisitive Perspectives 2019
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