Open-ended play

Open-ended play is a type of activity where children are encouraged to explore, create, and imagine without specific instructions or predetermined outcomes. It allows for flexibility, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. For example, using blocks to build anything the child chooses or drawing freely without rules. This kind of play promotes cognitive development, emotional expression, and independence by empowering children to make choices and follow their interests. It supports natural curiosity and helps develop a range of skills in a supportive, unstructured environment.