Play & the developing child Flashcards
1
Q
What are some types of play?
A
Unoccupied play, Onlooker play, Solitary play, Parallel play, Associate play, Co-operative play
2
Q
What is unoccupied play?
A
Plays with his or hers own body e.g. pulling at toes
3
Q
What is onlooker play?
A
Looking at others play but does not join in
4
Q
What is solitary play?
A
Plays with toys at a distance from others
5
Q
What is parallel play?
A
Plays with toys close beside others
6
Q
What is associate play?
A
Engage in some common play activities
7
Q
What is co-operative play?
A
Engage in some highly organised group activity
8
Q
What are some stages of play?
A
Solitary- till 1mths, Parallel- 18mths till 2.5 years, Associative- from 2.5 years, Co-operative- 3 years, Competitive- age 6 onwards
