The Word "Play" Is Not Used in the Opening Statement

question 9

Multiple Choice

The word "play" is not used in the opening statement because

• A) it may be inhibiting to some older children
• B) it can connote different meanings to different children and thus inhibit open expectations
• C) because play is the natural mode of self-expression for children, most will "play" without the suggestion, and those who are more comfortable beginning with talk may do so
• D) all the above

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