REPLYING

 Please respond to the FIRST AND SECOND classmates with a connection and a question. For example, did you identify the same similarities and/or differences? 

(FIRST)

  Rosa Barragan

Hello class,

My definition of play is being active, having fun, expressing yourself, and being creative. I think that children like to play role games like dress up, teacher, or kitchen games because they get to use their imagination and it is a way for them to express themselves. 

First I asked my sister Ana and she said "I think play is where kids can express themselves and children enjoy playing cooperative games such as Tag or Simon Says because it's engaging for them." 

I then asked my brother in law Vinny and his response was, " Play is meant for children to stimulate their creativity for the use of motor skills. An example is imaginative play."

After I asked my sister Jennifer and her answer was," Play is meant for physical health and physical activity. I think children enjoy games like Red Light, Green light or Sharks and Minos which is good for listening skills, following the rules, and thinking skills."

Lastly I asked my sister Destiny and she said," For getting their energy out because kids love to run around and they have a lot of energy. Kids love to be active and play on the the playground."

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(SECOND)

Reply from Tuba Sarem

Hello everyone,

What is your definition of play?

• Taking part or engaging in a game or activity physically or mentally defines play. 
• Play is a movement where people can show their ability for exploration. 
• When someone spends time on an entertaining activity or game, it is called play. 
• Play is an activity or something you can do with a group of people, someone, or alone. 

What kinds of play do you think young children (birth to age 8) enjoy?

They like exploring with their senses, touching different things, and tasting new foods. They enjoy pretending to be characters, playing dress-up, and creating make-believe scenarios. Children like taking on roles, such as playing house, doctors, or firefighters, and acting out scenes. They have fun running, jumping, and exploring outside, playing on playgrounds or digging in sand. Building with blocks, Legos, or other toys to create structures and imaginative worlds is exciting for them. They like playing with others, whether it's cooperating on tasks, competing in games, or simply spending time together.

The text "Understanding Play" likely explains various types of play and why they're crucial for children's development, while "Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children" focus more on how to incorporate play into teaching methods and classroom activities. The simplified explanation gives a basic idea about play but doesn't dive into specific theories or teaching strategies.

Adults might not realize that play is important for kids because they see it as just fun, not learning. They might think learning only happens in school, not during playtime. Also, some adults think being busy with structured activities is more valuable than playing. They might not know that play helps kids learn about the world and develop skills they'll need later in life.

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