Playing is serious business for children. In fact, it’s what they do best! Ask them why they do it, and kids will probably say, “Because it’s fun!” But it’s much more than that. It’s also good for them.
Studies show that from birth babies begin learning through play. They use their five senses to get to know their new world. Touching allows them to discover how different things feel. Brightly coloured toys and clothing help develop a baby’s sense of sight (视觉). When small children choose which toy to play with, they begin developing their abilities in making decisions.
Children love toys that allow them to use their imagination (想象力). Sometimes an empty box is more fun than a high-tech (高科技) toy. That’s because a box can become anything to a child.
Crayons, paints and Play-Doh (彩色塑泥) are also good because they allow children to create. Traditional building blocks teach important pre-math skills.
Playing doesn’t become any less important once children start school. Many valuable lessons about life are learned on the school playground. Kids learn how to share, take turns and play by the rules.

Children’s_______________	The _______________ of playing
Playing with brightly coloured toys	It is good for _______________ a baby’s sense of sight.
______________ which toy to play with	Children can learn how to make _______________.
Playing with an _______________ box	Children can use their_______________.
Playing with crayons, paints and Play-Doh	Children can be _______________ to create.
Playing on the playground	Children can learn many_______________ lessons about life, such as how to share, _______________ turns and play by the rules.