The Importance of Play in Learning

What did Froebel believe was the highest form of learning for children?

• Reading books

• Play

• Watching educational videos

• Listening to lectures

According to Froebel, what is one benefit of children playing with sand, water, or blocks?

• Learning to read

• Developing imagination

• Improving handwriting

• Memorising facts

What did Piaget identify as the stage of play for children aged 2-7 years?

• Sensorimotor Stage

• Preoperational Stage

• Concrete Operational Stage

• Formal Operational Stage

Which concept did Piaget introduce to describe how children incorporate new information into existing knowledge?

• Exploration

• Assimilation

• Imitation

• Repetition

According to Montessori, what type of play helps children develop fine motor skills and concentration?

• Purposeful Play

• Free Play

• Competitive Play

• Digital Play

What is a key feature of Montessori's approach to play?

• Structured schedules

• Self-directed play

• Adult-led activities

• Screen-based learning

According to Peter Gray, what is a critical benefit of free play for children?

• Improved test scores

• Enhanced creativity

• Increased screen time

• Better memorisation skills

What concern does Peter Gray have about modern children's playtime?

• Too much outdoor play

• Decline of free play

• Excessive reading

• Lack of digital skills

Which of the following is NOT a stage of play identified by Piaget?

• Sensorimotor Stage

• Preoperational Stage

• Concrete Operational Stage

• Abstract Operational Stage

What did Froebel introduce to help children learn through hands-on play?

• Digital games

• "Gifts" and "occupations"

• Worksheets

• Flashcards