rec reading check 7 Flashcards
How do children from individualistic cultures typically prefer to play?
a. alone or in small, competitive groups
b. with little expressiveness
c. by playing farming roles
d. in large, inclusive groups
alone or in small, competitive groups
What do cultural variations in play suggest about child development theories?
a. they should focus only on play
b. they are universally applicable
c. they should be adapted to each culture
d. they are irrelevant
they should be adapted to each culture
How does the chapter 3 reading suggest future research should approach the study of children’s play from a cultural perspective?
by clarifying how universal behaviors like play are shaped by cultural practices and environments
In what ways does children’s play vary across different cultures?
cultural beliefs and societal roles shape the types of play children engage in and the importance placed on it
How do cultural beliefs about the benefits of play vary across different societies?
some cultures emphasize play primarily for its scholastic benefits, while other view it as a natural activity with unclear developmental outcomes
What is emphasized in play for children from collective and collaborative cultures?
inclusion and group play
What type of play is more common in societies where children contribute to adult work?
interpretive play, focusing on real-life roles and activities
What is a key recommendation for educators regarding family cultures?
ask parents about their family culture and be open to listening
What role does cultural context play in how children express themselves in play?
it affects whether children are more expressive or restrained
In some cultures, play is viewed as
non-essential
