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For over 100 years, researchers have studied
play, and have found that extended blocks of time are needed for children to immerse
themselves in play-based activities.
THESE STUDIES SUPPORT THAT PLAY . . . 
enhances a child's language development (Garvey, 1974) encourages creativity
and problem solving (Dansky, 1980) provides a context
through which the child develops representational thought, an essential
foundation for reading, mathematics and science (Vygotsky, in J.S. Bruner,
A. Jolly, & K. Sylva {Eds.}). develops higher motivation
to learn and develops higher self-esteem (Weiininger, 1994) is an integral part
of a child's being. It is the "business" of childhood, and it has a unique
and vital role in the whole education process. (Weininger, 1994)
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