One of the joys of childhood is being able to dress up in ridiculous outfits and pretend to be someone else. Dressing up is not only great fun for children, but it also has many developmental benefits, and is an easy activity to provide for at home.
FIVE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Here are five reasons why dressing up is so important for young children’s learning and development:
1. Developing language
While many two-year-olds love trying on shoes and hats, this type of play really comes into its own from about three years. At this age, children are using language so this allows them to repeat what they have heard and also to talk as if they were someone else. You may even find your child talking with an American accent if they are a fan of series or films such as Frozen.
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