Studies have found that purposeful and productive play is positively related to:
- Memory development
- Symbolic thinking
- Positive approaches to learning
- Positive social skills
- Language and Literacy skills
- Math skills
During Choice Time, children will learn through self-directed play in the following interest areas:
- Blocks
- Toys & Games
- Dramatic Play
- Art
- Music
- Library
- Writing Center
- Smartboard
- Sand & Water