Why is play so important in preschool?

Dawn Phillips Contributor Do you ever ask your preschool child what they did at school, and you always receive the same answer, “I played!” Every parent wants their child to reach high academic achievements. However, what is the best way to achieve these goals in preschool? Play is one of the most important activities a child can do. Not only is it fun and exciting for them, but it is also the best way for them to learn. Learning through play allows the child to be hands on and fully engaged in the learning experience. Learning through play allows a child to explore in their environment freely without being confined to a desk. Play fuels a child’s creativity and lays a foundation f