Play is a prevalent in many African cultures and the wider African setting, where we frequently see characteristics of play when individuals participate in music and dance activities

There are 3 types of play in children's culture.

-Tradition: Rules are vital in tradition games. This style of play is set in stone. Many traditional children's games include rues that must be adhered to and are rarely broken.

-Open: Open play is an improvisational technique. Although open play involves rules, these can be adjusted based on the needs of the children while they are playing. The entire setting's structure is crucial.

-Original play: Original play is imaginative and focused on curiosity. 

How does music game support holistic development.

When foundation phase learner participate in teaching and learning activities that incorporate play concepts, they can grow holistically by participating in authentic, meaningful activities.

Learners in the foundation phase develop cognitively by developing their problem solving skills and and learning about the cause and effect while also growing cognitivelt.

Learners develop physical skills

They get to know exercising skills from the very young age e.g.   Jumping, running or clapping.

Social play

Learners learn to socialise with each other and they develop their communication skills, sharing with one another, being able to play with each other well, caring for each other and it also teaching them equality and patience.

Importance of games in culturally diverse classroom.

The game to be successfully and enjoyable learners have to work together. Community is instilled and learners have  a sense of belonging and learners get to be free in class to be anyone they want to be. Play has therapeutic effects. Through play and imagination, the child can work through personal problems. Play provides an emotional outlet within the sense or communal belonging.