Creative Play

As an early years practitioner you will recognise that children’s play is closely linked to their learning and development. Children learn in so many different ways but you will notice that they learn mainly through play. When children are able to do many different activity’s that allows them to lean but have fun at the same time thy will find what they are doing fun and will engage the children. It is important that when in you your setting you set up a variety of educational activity’s this way the children will be able to choose freely what they want to do.

The relationship between play and learning seems obvious to many child professionals and parents, and yet there are still lack of understanding surrounding the importance of children's play. Some people believe that children need to "work" not play, and that playing serves no useful purpose in a learning and development environment. This is surprising considering that play, with its high levels of motivation and potential enjoyment empowers children (as well as people

By taking advantage of the children's high interest and engagement in different areas of play, educators can plan for play based activities that encourage learning and development in children. In order to do this the teacher needs to set up an environment that stimulates various play activities. Providing the children with a multitude of materials and props for different activities, will give them the freedom of choice to choose what they wish to use and how they want to use it. There must be a period of time structured into the daily schedule that will allow for play based learning activities, and reflection on them. Children can learn not only by engaging in play, but by discussing what they were

There are benefits for children who play in organized activites and in creatively activites. Really there is nothing wrong with either one. Many people have there own inpinion but there is no or right answer. What activety would you have your child or children do?

This document examines the current research as well as the views from theorists such as Vygotsky who believe that play supports children in all areas of development (CMEC, 2012). When children are playing they are learning and discovering a great deal of information about their world. In the document it provides information about the scientific evidence supporting learning through play and the benefits that it has on brain development (CMEC, 2012). It has been proven that children will develop better social, emotional and cognitive skills when they are playing (CMEC, 2012). Through play children are able to make sense of their world and acquire and practice skills that they can use for their entire lives. In the document that the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada released it emphasizes the need for children to play and to be actively engaged in their environment (CMEC, 2012). This documents states that early childhood educators should plan and create play- based learning experiences for children (CMEC, 2012). I think it is important that early childhood educators recognize the importance in play based learning and provide children with experiences that encourage them to challenge and expand their own thinking and

I am Kainan Ducote,and I beileve it is important that children are able to get both imanagintive and creative play. Reasoning for saying this is because with creative play it helps them learn how to provide for them selfs. Another reason is like the passage says "They learn to lead ,follow,problem solve,and negotiate." It is very important to know how to get along with others all threw life. It is also very important to know how to negotiate if you ask me. With these reasons it also helps toughen them up.

Children need something to do all day to stay active. Organized activities teach children the value of being on time. With creative play, children don't have to worry about being on time so they don't learn the responsibility of being on time. Sports teach children about practicing teamwork. Children

Many people think it's best to let kids play more creatively. They say it will sharpen their social skills through creative play, and enjoy pretending to be someone els or putting on plays with friends. They also learn to lead, fallow, how to solve any problem, and negotiate. By letting kids play creatively helps them learn about one another and realize how to work to geather and help somone when needed.

When children "play creatively", it causes the child to think critically in order to solve a problem. For example, if a child creates a new activity or game, there needs to be rules and regulations in order for the game to make any sence to the next person. If the game was already organized by adult supervision, there is a strict set of rules and guidelines to be followed, therefore eliminating the need for the children to think critically and or problem solve. When trying to solve a problem, it usually helps to ask for others to input their opinion to assist with the discovery of the solution. When collaberating with peers to solve a problem, you are enhancing your social skills.

Whether children should take part in organized activities or engage in creative and imaginative play is arguable on both fronts. Creative play allows for more independent thinking and gives a child the ability to engage in activities that they choose to do, and learn how to solve their own problems, rather than activities they are directed to do, which hinders their ability to solve problems on their own. Organized activities allow children to enage in activities in which they would play a part in a larger group, which allows for a child to feel more involved and important. Although both sides are arguable, allowing a child to take time to spend on creative play will allow for the individual to learn about themselves and their personal interests.

Play is inevitable when it comes to children. Given the right environment and objects (of any sort), children will find a way to play. Jarvis, et al state that educators must offer inspiring, playful environments which include hands-on activities and interesting resources. This will empower children to educate themselves (2009). Along the same line, Wood and Attfield consider that an environment inclusive of varied resources will provide room for growth in their learning and will support the child’s “creativity, inventiveness and originally” (2005, p.231).

These two articles are talking about the importance of creative play and organized activities for children. According to the sencond article, the expert Janet Collines believes that organized activities can help children develop healthy attitudes toward themselves now and when they grow up; I believe that children would benefit a lot from organized activities such as helping them grow into responsible adults, and developing a strong sense of identity and pride.

Using my textbook, I will identify the importance of understanding children’s creative thought and expression. In addition, I will also explain the effectiveness of supporting children’s play, games, and creativity.

Play is substantial in children’s overall development because it promotes children to use creativity and begin to develop their imagination. Play is also an important key to healthy brain development in children. Play encourages children to be social with other adults and children at an early age, teaching them that engagement and interaction are an important aspect in the world. Play is presented in many different ways in a creative environment. Some examples of different kinds of play are solitary play, parallel play, associative play, cooperative play, and free or organized play. Daycares and preschools are so important to enroll young children in because it gives them a head start with their socialization skills before throwing them straight

In todays society, it seems so much emphasis is put on the importance of organized activities. There was a time when an "organized activity" was meeting your friends in the park for a little game of baseball, or something of that nature. How different it is today!