A parent questions how her toddler plays with other toddlers. Which response by the nurse displays the best description of the differences in play between the toddler and the preschool-age child?

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Toddlers generally engage in parallel play, meaning they play side by side but not necessarily together or cooperatively. Preschool-age children, on the other hand, are more likely to engage in cooperative play where they actively play with each other and have a shared goal or activity. Option B is not entirely accurate as both age groups tend to engage in imaginative play and roleplaying, but preschool-age children may have a better understanding of the roles they are playing. Option C is incorrect because it is actually the opposite – toddlers tend to play alone or alongside others without truly interacting, while preschool-age children play interactive games and engage in conversation during play. Option D is also incorrect as there are clear differences in the way toddlers and preschool-age children play.

A Parent Questions How Her Toddler Plays with Other Toddlers