In her book “The Right Stuff for Children Birth to 8” (published by the NAEYC), Martha B. Bronson talks about five different ways of playing. Kids progress through all of them depending on ages, stages, gender, cultural context, personal preference and many other factors. The types of play are: * Active Play – physical activity, sports, playing outside * Make-Believe Play – playing with dolls, different types of role-play * Manipulative Play – construction and puzzles * Creative Play – playing music, drawing and painting, crafting * Learning Play – reading books, playing games, developing certain skills (via The Playful Side of Apps | Toca Boca) Found via Geek Dad