The Play of Animals
Original version published in 1898. Groos identified play activity as practice for developing the skills and competencies that would enable “higher animals” to master the
Original version published in 1898. Groos identified play activity as practice for developing the skills and competencies that would enable “higher animals” to master the
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A) Playing, being playful, is the healthiest way to spend your time (after feeding and housing yourself).
B) The activities that evoke playful feelings are unique to each of us.
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