According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, “Play is a natural activity for every young child”. In this sense, it could be suggested that it comes instinctively to the children. For example, children have the want for food. Very much like the process of children having the want for food to help them grow is similar to the inherent want to play. Consequently, this helps the children grow “physically, mentally, and socially” (Goodson & Bronson).
Introduced in 1998, Play-Doh is one of the most popular and favorite toys not just amongst children, but older individuals as well. Having started out as just wallpaper cleaner back in the day, Joe McVicker, the inventor, realized that his manufactured production of his squishy cleaning …show more content…
The casing includes what is found in the product, where it is from and specific directions on how to use and store it. Hasbro is known for being one of the largest toy and game makers in the world including toys such as Littlest Pet Shop, Star Wars, Sesame Street, Nerf, Marvel, and My Little Pony. That is to say, “From toys and games to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world” (Hasbro). With that being said, this product is not simply an item for children to just play and have fun with. It also has its advantages by being a product that will help children gain knowledge physically, mentally, emotionally and socially hence benefitting the children in the end. For this reason, this particular product aids with critical thinking and problem solving, communication, creativity, imagination and collaboration. It is also suited towards physical capability and developmental skills (National Association for the Education of Young …show more content…
It has been said that Play-Doh helps children who are affected by the ADD/ADHD disorder, which means attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (Verby, Harry). This is a chronic disorder that affects millions of children around the world and could also continue into adulthood. These children struggle with countless behavioral changes such as being impulsive, having low self-esteem, fidgeting, mood swings, poor academic performance and difficulty paying attention. For this reason, some clinicians and therapists use play therapy as a way for the children to use play to connect and relieve anxiety. Many individuals have found that people with the ADHD disorder focus better and absorb more of what they hear when they have something to do. Young kids express themselves via playtime so a child with the disorder may express themselves better through play with Play-Doh rather than words and that is how a therapist, psychologist, teacher, or parent would get through to the
Introduced in 1998, Play-Doh is one of the most popular and favorite toys not just amongst children, but older individuals as well. Having started out as just wallpaper cleaner back in the day, Joe McVicker, the inventor, realized that his manufactured production of his squishy cleaning …show more content…
The casing includes what is found in the product, where it is from and specific directions on how to use and store it. Hasbro is known for being one of the largest toy and game makers in the world including toys such as Littlest Pet Shop, Star Wars, Sesame Street, Nerf, Marvel, and My Little Pony. That is to say, “From toys and games to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world” (Hasbro). With that being said, this product is not simply an item for children to just play and have fun with. It also has its advantages by being a product that will help children gain knowledge physically, mentally, emotionally and socially hence benefitting the children in the end. For this reason, this particular product aids with critical thinking and problem solving, communication, creativity, imagination and collaboration. It is also suited towards physical capability and developmental skills (National Association for the Education of Young …show more content…
It has been said that Play-Doh helps children who are affected by the ADD/ADHD disorder, which means attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (Verby, Harry). This is a chronic disorder that affects millions of children around the world and could also continue into adulthood. These children struggle with countless behavioral changes such as being impulsive, having low self-esteem, fidgeting, mood swings, poor academic performance and difficulty paying attention. For this reason, some clinicians and therapists use play therapy as a way for the children to use play to connect and relieve anxiety. Many individuals have found that people with the ADHD disorder focus better and absorb more of what they hear when they have something to do. Young kids express themselves via playtime so a child with the disorder may express themselves better through play with Play-Doh rather than words and that is how a therapist, psychologist, teacher, or parent would get through to the