Johnny, who thrashed the block village because he couldn't have Michael's truck learned from the shock on Michael's face and the intervention of the teacher that knocking over the village was perhaps not the best way to get the truck. Susie, playing alone in the quiet center is learning to deal with frustration when she cries because she is having difficulty stringing the beads properly. All the while the kitchen is full of jubilant laughter. Teacher Initiated Activities Teacher-initiated activities also foster a child's development through play. In order for a child to learn the new words in a song he or she must listen carefully.
Dancing develops muscles.
Art and crafts unleash a child's imagination. Story time builds vocabulary and listening skills while turning a child onto the wonder and amusement of books. Through water and sand play a child learns about science in a way only nature and hands-on experience can teach. In order for play to be a learning experience there must be an abundance of age appropriate toys and learning materials. Moreover, these toys and materials should be stored in an orderly fashion where the children can both see and find them.