Types of Play

4. Using art, music, or movement to express feelings and ideas.
5. Creating or building things using blocks, craft, or materials.
7. Group play where children plan, organise roles, and work together towards a common goal.
10. Watching others play without joining in.
13. Playing side-by-side with other children but without direct interaction.
15. Structured play with agreed rules, like board games or sports.
16. Active movement such as running, climbing, or riding bikes that builds motor skills and health.
17. Builds problem-solving, memory, and creativity.
18. Role-play, pretending, or acting out scenarios.
19. Improves gross motor skills (running, jumping) and fine motor skills (drawing, building).
20. Expands vocabulary, communication, and storytelling skills.

1. Using objects or actions to represent something else.
2. Encourages innovation, flexible thinking, and role exploration.
3. Children interact and share toys but do not organise roles or rules.
6. Teaches sharing, cooperation, negotiation, and empathy.
8. When a child is not actively playing but is observing, exploring movements, or seemingly doing random actions.
9. Independent play where the child plays alone and focuses on their own activities.
11. Helps children learn patience, turn-taking, and controlling impulses.
12. Strengthens logical thinking and persistence when facing challenges.
14. Helps children manage feelings, build confidence, and express themselves safely.