Types of Play

At what age does the unoccupied play stage start?

• 0-3 months

• 4-6 months

• 6-9 months

• 9-12 months

What is an example of unoccupied play?

• A newborn is waving their hands in the direction of a toy and laughing without further engaging with it.

• A child is playing a board game with clear rules and objectives.

• A toddler is drawing a picture with crayons to give to their parent.

• A child is building a model airplane with a kit.

What is independent play?

• When a child plays with other children

• When a child plays by themselves with a parent nearby

• When a child watches television alone

• When a child is supervised by a teacher during playtime

At what age does a child usually start to play by themselves?

• At the age of one

• At the age of three

• At the age of two

• At the age of four

Which of the following is an example of independent play?

• Playing soccer with friends

• Coloring or puzzles

• Attending a music class

• Participating in a group game

What is Onlooker Play?

• When children play games with rules

• When children observe other children play but do not engage in the play themselves

• When children play alone

• When children engage in physical activities

At what age do children typically begin to engage in Onlooker Play?

• After the age of 4

• After the age of 3

• After the age of 2

• After the age of 1

Which of the following is an example of Onlooker Play?

• Playing with toys

• Competing in a sport

• Watching from a distance

• Participating in a group activity

What is parallel play?

• When children play together and interact with each other

• When children play separately and do not interact with each other

• When children play a game in parallel lines

• When children play with the same toy at the same time

At what age does parallel play typically begin?

• Ages 1-2

• Ages 2-3

• Ages 3-4

• Ages 4-5