Types Of Play

 

Explanation Of The Stages Of Play During Child Development

 

0-2 Years

Solitary

She plays alone. There is limited interaction with other children.

 

2 to 2 and half Years

Spectator

Observe other children playing around her but will not play with them.

 

2 and half to 3 Years

Parallel

Play alongside others but will not play together with them.

 

3-4 Years

Associate

Starts to interact with others in their play and there may be fleeting co-operation between in play. Develops friendships and the preferences for playing with some but not all other children. Play is normally in mixed sex groups.

 

4 -6+ Years

Co-operative

Plays together with shared aims of play with others. Play may be quite difficult and she's supportive of other children in her play. As she reaches primary school age, play is normally in single sex groups.