What is play? 

Play is engagement in a specific activity for enjoyment and recreation. 

 ​​​​​​The purpose of play -

Play is important for development because it contributes to the cognitive, physical social and emotional well-being of children. 

​​​​​​​​​Different levels of play

1.solitary play 

-this is the type of play in which children play without regard for what other children around them are doing. 

2. On looker play 

-type of play whereby a child who is playing alone continuesly observes those playing in the same area.

3.parallel play 

-play in which numerous children are playing. 

4.associative play 

-play in which several children play together but in loosely organized way.

5. Cooperative play 

-play in which each child accepts a designated role and is dependent on others for achievement.

In the foundation phase learners are bound to participate in play and this helps them have opportunities to master various intellectual, physical and social skills and concepts.