CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is TRUE about toddler play?
A
They engage in complex interactive play
B
They may imitate each other, but often do not interact.
C
They do not imitate each other as they have not learned this yet.
D
They engage in simple interactive play.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Toddlers often engage in parallel play, in which they may imitate each other, play alongside each other, but may not necessarily interact.

Detailed explanation-2: -Play gives children the space to master life skills. It also fosters brain integration and creates a networked system that will be used in problem solving and creativity. When a child is at play, they are leaping ahead developmentally and forming a sense of identity and self-agency.

Detailed explanation-3: -Through imitation, children make a connection with their social partners. They learn that others are “like them.” Imitation is a key part of early interactions because it allows children to coordinate actions with another person. Young children are more likely to imitate adults who are emotionally available.

Detailed explanation-4: -Spectator/Onlooker Behavior (2 Years) During this stage a child begins to watch other children playing but does not play with them.

Detailed explanation-5: -Parallel. Parallel play is when children play next to each other, but do not interact. This is a normal part of the learning to play process. This usually happens between 2 and 3 years old.

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