2. What do children learn through play? I
chose this topic because I think play is so
important. So much learning takes place
during this time. Preschoolers’ playtime is
being replaced by academic settings at an
alarming rate. Youngsters are expected to
forfeit their most important activity. I feel
play helps prepare children for life.
26. PLAY IS A TREASURED
PART OF A CHILD’S
EXISTANCE.
Play offers many IMPORTANT and
DEVELOPMENTAL BENEFITS!
27.
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