#pretending

#pretending

Central objective: Pretending — this page highlights the role of pretend play in early childhood education and child care centers, showing how make-believe supports cognitive, social, and emotional development. Supporting elements: a featured related article (“What’s Going On in a Child’s Brain When They Play?”) plus sections for contextually related trainings, resources, and related jobs (note: trainings and resources are currently unavailable; check back for updates).

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What’s Going On in a Child’s Brain When They Play?

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If you’ve ever watched a #toddler deeply focused on stacking blocks, #pretending to be a chef, or tu ...