This is a nice introductory article outlining Mildred Parten’s 6 stages of play. It helps explain how play develops as children do to those seeking a better understanding of the topic. If you’re looking for more on the topic, check out these Playvolution HQ resources:
- Mildred Parten Newhall
- Parten’s 6 Stages Of Play
- Unoccupied Play
- Solitary Play
- Onlooker Play
- Parallel Play
- Associative Play
- Cooperative Play
- Social Play
This content originated at: The 6 Types of Play: How Your Kids Learn & Grow in Early Childhood
Did you know that there are different types of play? As a parent, it’s easy to worry that your child isn’t developing properly or isn’t progressing at a normal pace. What many parents don’t realize is that our definition of play is just one of many stages. The “play” we picture in our minds, where kids take part in an activity together, is something that most children don’t do until they are over four years old. Breathing a sigh of relief? I certainly did. Here’s a look at the six main types of play in children, when kids typically […]
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