Evaluating children's play materials

Abstract

Four-year-old Jeff talked excitedly about his day at school as the carpool moved toward home. He had climbed a tree, had dug in the sand and had ridden the tricycle. He had built a ship with blocks and had painted a picture. He had also cooked a “gourmet” clay dinner and had enjoyed serving it to his “wife” and friends. He had worked puzzles and had listened to stories.