This week-end I finally had the opportunity to see the movie Toy Story 3. While there were many messages communicated through this story, it was wonderful to see this great example of play! This movie clearly shows how toys like these sparks imagination.
Children need many opportunities for this type of play for healthy development.
This article from NPR clearly explains the importance of play for optimal development and self regulation.
Keep the brain in mind with these tips as you shop for gifts this holiday!
.... television, DVD's, and flashcards are not the best ways to
promote brain development.
.... you are your child's favorite toy!
.... toys that are best for children's brains
- Provide an opportunity for direct interaction and manipulation
- Give a child a chance to develop something with their hands
- Offer a variety of ways of using the toy or object
- Spark imagination and creativity
- Allow the child to repeat a process
- Promotes physical activity
Examples are: Puzzles, building blocks, building sets,
crayons, balls, paints, play dough, dolls, trucks and
cars, shape sorters, sand toys, bean bags, nesting
cups, pretend play sets, water toys, and books!
.... Opportunities to just play, create, move, explore, and manipulate
objects, provides the best opportunities for real learning.
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Creative play is an opportunity to learn so much about life. It's the perfect opportunity to transmit values such as empathy, compassion, kindness, and cooperation. This is the play that forms the future.
December 6, 2010 at 8:30 PMPost a Comment