Play
is an important part of school life. Play is taken as sports or games. Play doesn’t imply to games, it means activities that help in learning. Of
course sports and games are important part of education as these help students
to remain fit and healthy. Also while playing games, students learn important values like playing a fair game, team spirit, leadership, excepting defeat with
courage, etc.
Learning
through play-way method is one of the best way to teach the student. For
pre-primary students, this method is most suitable to teach them new concepts.
Play is not just playing games, but it means solving puzzles, riddles, role
play, simple games on numbers and words. These games develop the interest of
the students and they start taking an interest in what is been taught to them.
This leads to curiosity and they want to learn more. Thus, the students will
always be attentive in the class and eager to learn more.
Curiosity
leads to enthusiasm. A child’s mind will start to work in many directions.
His/her creative and critical thinking will enhance. He/she will start building
new concepts. They will try to find more regarding a topic. This will develop
their imaginations and scientific learning. Thus, in higher classes, they will be
able to understand difficult concepts and try to find solutions for any
problem they face and their learning will never stop.
Once
the basic understanding and foundation of a child are set, they will become good
human beings. They will be ready to face the world confidently and without any
fear. They will become independent to take a decision in all phases of their
life. But one must remember parents and educators should guide and support the
children in their journey. Even if they are a failure at a certain point, motivate
them to do better. This will help to build their self-esteem. Also, they will do
better in life and take risks in life.
Play
develops curiosity and this leads to enthusiasm.
Prerna Rathod
The Fabindia School, prd4fab@gmail.com