THE IMPORTANCE OF PLAY IN EARLY LEARNING EXPERIENCES OF THE CHILD

Francesca Latino, Francesco Tafuri

Abstract


Childhood is a period of children development characterized by rapid process of maturation of the brain and the central nervous system. Motor development is the result of changes caused by physical growth, cognitive development, and the ability to interact with the environment. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore the expansive and ever-growing literature about the impact of play activities interventions on cognitive function and motor skills development, and to analyze in which way school physical education is able to promote early learning experiences. Findings taken from the present literature research establish that play can improved motor skills of children and school appear to be the privileged place to promote these activities.


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academic achievement; special pedagogy; educationa process

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.32043/gsd.v7i2.909

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