In the article The Power of Play by David Isaacs, it talks about how all children play to control their emotions, and how it is overall, crucial for their development. He explains that there are 24 different meanings for the verb "to play". This signifies that all people have a different understanding of what the action of playing actually is. He goes into further detail by explaining that children playing is their own form of work. This is how they exhibit their energy and explore the world. Learning occurs through play and it allows them to distinguish make-believe from reality. According to Isaacs, children need to have play time, and it is essential for their own growth because it progresses their cognitive, social, and emotional development. Although Isaacs hasn't found any scientific studies which prove that play is crucial is a child's life, he strongly believes that the power of play is important for normal child development.
Isaacs, D. (2011). The power of play. Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, 47(11), 761-762.
I can see what you mean by "children playing is their own form of work" and with that I can agree. But I disagree with how David Isaac describes play. They way he describes by saying "about how all children play to control their emotions". The reason why I disagree with this statement is because playing does not really control the child's emotions. Maybe the child feels the way it feels because it does not enough attention or wants something. Overall I agree with how playing benefits the child's cognitive, social and emotional development.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the power of play is important for child development. It helps them a lot to control their emotions. I work with Babies and when I see them play they forget how they feel at that moment. Every single baby plays differently with their toys which help us notice how they feel
ReplyDeleteI appreciated your deep thought into this summary. You picked out the points that are true, that kids need play to develop cognitively and physically. I strongly agree with every point that you made because you had a great source, Daniel Isaacs.
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