Transition to Kindergarten Parent Guides: Why Play in Kindergarten?

Mental: There is a close link between play and strong brain growth. It lays the groundwork for later school success in reading and writing. It provides experiences that help children develop.
Social: Play is important for the imagination. It also helps to develop creative problem-solving skills.
Emotional: Make-believe play improves teamwork and compassion. It also helps children learn to control their behaviors.
Physical: The rough and tumble of active play helps children&rsquo;s muscles develop, and brain growth.

There are many ways to learn. Children and adults learn best when they are encouraged and interested.

Many years of research show that play is more than just fun and games.

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