Pretend Play

Pretend play, also known as imaginative or symbolic play, is a vital childhood activity where children role-play scenarios, often mimicking real-life situations or creating fantastical worlds. It enhances cognitive, social, and emotional development by fostering creativity etc.

Pretend play supports child development by fostering creativity, problem-solving, and social skills. It encourages imagination and innovation as children create scenarios, roles, and narratives.

To encourage pretend play in children, provide open-ended toys like dolls, action figures, or dress-up costumes that inspire creativity. Create a designated play area with props and materials relevant to different roles (e.g., tool bench sets, golf toys, makeup games).