Exam 1: Exploring the Foundations of Play

Using flash cards with children is not considered play.

The origin of the word play is thought to be derived from:

Early cognitive neuroscience research shows that intervention changes the brain and changes behaviour. According to researchers this is known as:

Imagine you are working with a group of 3 year old children who are fascinated with brand name toys. They consistently express many "I want … I need" statements. How do you respond to this in the materials, toys, and resources that you provide the children in their learning environment?

When children from different cultures come to early learning places, practitioners:

The CAYC believes that expensive toys are less important than natural materials and authentic items.

Early learning practitioners applying John Dewey's theories to practice would:

Which theorist is thought to promote child's play to have more of a focus on adult-child interactions and less on child-initiated exploration?

Observing children's play is one of the most important roles and responsibilities of early learning practitioners.

Brain development is unlikely to be influenced by play.

For a child to acquire optimal brain development, life experiences that include good nutrition, travel, plenty of store bought toys and a stimulating environment are essential.

There are differing opinions about children's exposure to technology during play.

The Canadian Institute of Child Health (2008) indicates that principles of brain development include the:

Early learning practitioners use information gained from observing and listening to children during play to:

Describe the differences between child's work and child's play. Why do some argue that children's play is their work?

Outdoor play is where children gain an overall control of their bodies.

Some early learning practitioners believe that understanding play helps to:

Describe the importance of early learning practitioners developing observation skills.

The CAYC has numerous positive statements on play for young children and school-age children, excluding the believe that:

Early learning practitioners recognize the need to introduce new materials to children when the children: