April 2022
The power of pretend play
You don’t need fancy toys or tech to learn through play. Children pick up all kinds of skills when they pretend play. Take a look.
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1. It’s great practice for real life
2. It boosts social skills
3. It teaches mind-reading
4. It’s a safe way to explore feelings and practice reasoning
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