Using the questions in the activity Box 2.4 on page 53, in Play, Development, and Early Education, as a guide, formulates your own theory of play. Make sure you also identify the theoretical perspectives discussed in this learning unit in your theory. Please submit the assignment by Sunday of this week at midnight. Please note that each written assignment must be at least one full page in length, double-spaced, with a 12 point font.

Activity Box 2.4 on page 53

Build your own theory of play

1. Why do you think children play?

2. What do you believe is the purpose of children's play?

3. How does this purpose work? How does it increase flexibility or imagination, social skills, or whatever you believe to be the purpose of play?

4. What is the relationship between play and learning?

5. To what extent should young children play? For what ages is play important?

6. Should play be encouraged in early childhood programs?