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Uncover how behaviors and activities can be defined as a form of play. From imaginative play to sensory exploration, discover play’s essential role in promoting learning and development.

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  • A toddler plays with a baby doll.
    Types of Play

    Baby Doll Play for Toddlers: Incredible Benefits and Ideas

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • Two kids use puppets during a communication play activity.
    Types of Play

    How to Use Communication Play: Support Language & Social Skills

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A toddler strings beads during a manipulative play activity.
    Types of Play

    Manipulative Play in Early Childhood: Go-To Activities with Amazing Benefits

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • Toddler carrying a large log during heavy work play activity.

    Heavy Work Play: Easy Calming Activities for Young Kids

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A toddler explores a treasure basket in their classroom.

    Treasure Baskets: A Powerful Learning Tool for Babies & Toddlers

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • Basket of wooden objects for heuristic play activity.

    Heuristic Play: Simple, Impactful Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A child examines plants to sort and classify.

    Easy Sorting and Classifying Activities for Young Kids

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A toddler explores a sorting set during a container play activity.

    The Magic of Container Play: Boost Baby & Toddler Learning

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A family plays together with a puzzle.

    Types of Play in Early Childhood: Everything You Need to Know

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • Child draws with markers during a process art activity.

    Process Vs. Product Art in Early Years: The Must-Know Differences

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A box of wooden loose parts including blocks and stacking rings.

    The Magic of Loose Parts: FAQs for Teachers & Parents

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A preschooler plays with tree blocks in the block center.

    Block Play Stages: Ultimate Intro to Block Play for Kids

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A child holds up stones during a nature play activity.

    What is Nature Play? Learn from an Early Childhood Expert

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A child plays with a cardboard box.

    Stages of Play: Compare Parten & Piaget to Unlock Kids’ Learning

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • Child playing on a balance board during a sensory activity.

    Vestibular and Proprioceptive Sensory-Seeking Play: What to Know

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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  • A child stands on rocks that he climbed during risk-taking play.

    Brave Kids: The Ultimate Guide to Risk-Taking Play

    ByAlysia Marshall-Seslar

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