Young children love pretend play. It is important because it is one of the many ways they learn and grow. Playing chef, mommy and doctor are just a few of the many scenarios they come up with.
A big favorite with my children and their friends is dress-up. Even the boys join in, choosing cowboy hats, firemen's helmets, bandannas and capes. Since I have two girls, I keep all of their Halloween costumes in a large bin and add all of the additional sunglasses, bags and other accessories that migrate their way into our home. Just a scarf, hat and sunglasses is sometimes all it takes.
When children visit our home, the first thing they do is head upstairs for the dress-up box. An elaborate dressing-up commences and the costume of choice is worn for the entirety of their visit. There then ensue princess picnics, ballet dancing and doggy lassoing.
If you are looking for an activity that will provide hours of daily fun, try accumulating a box of your own. You will undoubtedly find amusement as well, when your children get into full dress-up mode.
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