13 May 2011
Why is play with siblings and peers important for children's development?
The subject of child’s play is an ardently discussed topic amongst psychologists, with the focus usually placed upon its involvement with the child’s development. Whilst most psychologists’ opinions will differ on the various influences that play holds, there are recurrent themes which suggest that the child’s sex and personality (including the extent of their imagination) are big factors in how influential play is, as well as other factors such as the child’s choice of toys and their parental influence. The parental role is generally seen as being a “culturally, socially and historically specific ...
