Mildred Parten: The Five Types Of Play

There are 5 types of play that defined by Mildred Parten. The first one is called solitary, child plays independently and usually play with toys rather than the children nearby. And solitary players are usually infants and toddlers. The second play is called Onlooker, child watches others playing and might want to talk to them while watching. But there is no actual engagement expect involved as a spectator. Onlooker are usually 2-3-years old. The third one is called parallel, child might play alone or mimics the behavior of other playing children. And it is common in 2-3 years old. It will diminish while child is growing up. The forth one is called associative, child will get with others to do some interaction and communication. They will engage