Six Different Types of Play - #6 Rule-based Play

There are six different types of play that encourage healthy development.

1.       Cooperative: Play with peers or adults

2.       Independent: Play of an individual

3.       Active: Physical Play

4.       Constructive: Building or making things

5.       Fantasy: Pretend play

6.       Rule-based: Events that have rules

Rule-based play is structured and goal-oriented. This type of play is cooperative in nature; it must have two or more players. In rule-based play, organization and consistency are essential. Rules are initially developed by the game’s creator. It is important for all players to understand and follow the rules of the game as they guide game play. Rule-based play often has a winner, but some games can be modified for young children.  The ages and ability levels of the children determine the modifications needed for the rule-based game to be appropriate. Examples of rule-based play include Simon Says, I Spy, Huckle Buckle Beanstalk, board games, and sports.

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