Dexterity develops as he or she handles objects in play. Language develops as a child plays and interacts with others. Beginning with cooing games with a parent and evolving to sophisticated levels such as telling stories and jokes, the ability to use language increases as the child plays.
Social skills grow as the child plays.
Learning to cooperate, negotiate, take turns and play by the rules are all important skills learned in early games. It is through imaginative play that the child begins to learn some of the roles and rules of society. Understanding how the world works develops as result of problem solving with toys. A child moves on to higher levels of thought as he or she plays in a stimulating environment. Emotional well being develops through positive play experiences.