Discovering the World by Playing Dress-Up

Discovering the World by Playing Dress-Up
Playing dress-up taps into kids' inquisitive nature. Severin Schweiger/Getty
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Children are naturally curious; they learn by observing people and the world, imitating what they see, and experimenting by instinctively mixing in their thoughts, ideas, and feelings to create new scenarios.

The wonderful world of playing dress-up taps into your child’s boundlessly inquisitive nature and sets the stage for discovery. Let’s look at some of the benefits of dress-up play, how to encourage your kids to give it a try, and how to create an irresistible dress-up play center.

The Benefits of Dress-Up Play

Dress-up play opens up whole new worlds of adventure. This type of pretend play sparks creativity and stretches the imagination. Your kids can soar like Superman and swoop in to save people in distress, roam the jungle and roar like a lion, or impersonate their favorite singer and put on a solo concert. The possibilities are endless.
Karen Doll
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Karen Doll is a freelance writer and homeschooling consultant based in the small village of Wassergass, Pa. She enjoys writing about homeschooling, gardening, food and culture, family life, and the joys of chicken keeping. Visit her at AtHomeWithKarenDoll.wordpress.com
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