Playing is serous business for children. In fact, it’s what they do best! Ask them why they do it, and kids will probably say, “Because it’s fun!” But it’s much more than that. It’s also good for them.
3 Studies show that from birth babies begin learning through play. They use their five senses to get know their new world. Touching allows them to discover how different things feel. Brightly colored toys and clothing help develop a baby’s sense of sight(视觉).
When small children choose which toy to play with, they begin developing their abilities in making decisions.
Children love toys that allow them to use their imagination. Sometimes an empty box is more fun than a high-tech toy. That’s because a box can become anything a child imagines it to be.
Crayons, paints and Play-Doh(彩色塑泥) are also good because they allow children to crate. Traditional building blocks teach important pre-math skills like problem-solving.
4 Playing doesn’t become any less important once children start school. Many valuable(有价值的) lessons about life are learned on the school playground. Kids learn how to share, take turns and play by the rules.
(一)根据短文内容简要回答问题。
1. What can children do best in their childhood?
2. What kind of toys do children love?
(二)将短文中划线的句子译成汉语。
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(三)请给短文拟一个适当的题目。
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1. Playing/Play
2. Toys to develop their imagination.
3. 研究表明幼儿从出生起就开始在玩的过程中学习。
4. 玩的重要性不不因为儿童入学而降低。
5. The Importance of Playing / Children and Play