Playful Learning Activities (E.1.5.2)

Provides examples of playful activities that support development within each domain (playing with balls supports gross motor development, puzzles and fine motor, books and language, stacking cups and cognitive).

Teachers can use different types of play to help children grow in all areas. For example, playing with balls builds gross motor skills, engaging in puzzles builds fine motor skills (e.g., hand control), reading books grows language, and stacking toys builds cognitive skills. Choosing developmentally appropriate and varied play activities helps support children's development across domains.