Citation

Endicott S, Kar G, Mullick A. Proc. Hum. Factors Ergon. Soc. Annu. Meet. 2009; 53(19): 1527-1531.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Publisher SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/154193120905301913

PMID

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to learn from children about important aspects of play. Researchers observed how children with and without disabilities interacted with a variety of playthings in a full-scale play environment. Five play aspects were identified and analyzed. Results suggest there is a correlation between independence in play, level of assistance needed, and effort required to play. Children's observations regarding the level of difficulty and fun playing with different playthings were used to determine plaything components that contribute to inclusive indoor play.

Language: en