Lesson 14 : Role of Creativity in over All Development
Creativity and Physical and Motor development
Play contributes to muscle development in many ways. Throwing a ball or lifting objects helps children’s muscles develop. Placing an object on top of another and grasping tools also add to a child’s muscle development and hand-eye coordination. Another type of physical growth involves developing the senses through creative play activities. Play forms that require children to look for objects, feel textures smell various odours, hear sounds and taste substances help them develop their senses.
As a child gains control over body, her self-concept is enhanced. When a child runs, she feels exhilarated. When she uses her last bit of strength to accomplish a goal she herself has set, she gains a better sense of self. As the child discovers her own strength, she develops a concept of herself as a competent individual.
Children have a chance to be physically active, they continually gain strength. As they become more active, they become more adventurous and learn to take reasonable risks to test their strength.
Some of the activities which help for development of physical and motor growth are listed below
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