There are many kinds of play -

• Exploratory play when a baby become aware of the world - sounds, sights, wanting to touch and taste.
• Constructive play - to discover how things work, to take them apart, put them together again and learn about size, weight, colour, shape and materials and texture.
• Energetic play; to practise new physical skills so that the growing child becomes better at running, climbing and other required activities.
• Modelling - to learn from watching other and copying them.
• Pretend play - playing in a world of fantasy and imagination usually without any interference from parents or other adults.
• Social play - learning to play with others where those you play with are more important than the game itself.
• Skilful play which requires care and practice.