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Pretend Play, Part 1

Stuff To Blow Your Mind

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The Role of Pretend Play in Cognitive Development

This chapter explores how pretend play influences counterfactual reasoning in preschoolers, highlighting the distinction between implicit and explicit understanding. Through personal anecdotes and humorous examples, it illustrates the significance of imaginative play in enhancing cognitive abilities while teasing future discussions on the topic.

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