In a local newspaper article by O’Connor she discusses that parent’s advocate for play. Old fashioned dramatic play is what is missing in children’s lives and some preschools are taking play off the agenda. O’Conner’s plea is to let children be children and let them play (2010). This article discussed the neighborhood putting on a block party to encourage play. This was a free play activity based outside but it still engaged families in play and recognized its importance for children to be happy and healthy. Preschool teacher Angel Ralph is an advocate for play in the classrooms. As an experienced preschool teacher Angelina Ralph has taught in the preschool setting observing the behavior of young children and what they learn through play.
