Play consists of four different categories: dramatic, manipulative, physical, and creative. Dramatic play can be commonly related to fantasy situations, dress up, pretending to be ones favorite character from a movie/book. Manipulative play is know for using specific objects, for example: blocks, puzzles, action figures, pretend food and so on. Physical play is when children use their whole body for activities such as running, sports, dance, playgrounds and more. And finally creative play can almost always be related to creating art by painting, drawing, collages and many more.
No matter the type of play, children are benefitting from it. During physical play children are developing both gross and fine motor skills by taking on challenges
No matter the type of play, children are benefitting from it. During physical play children are developing both gross and fine motor skills by taking on challenges