Play histories are fascinating. We all have them. The fact that they are playful does not diminish their importance. Through play in childhood, we have learnt how to respond to the world, the environment, and others; we have unknowingly prepared ourselves for our futures. For example, through imaginative play (acting out a particular work role) or learning some useful motor skills through practice with real or pretend objects, we establish foundations which may even influence our future career choices. So, it turns out that much depends on the experiences which were on offer in early childhood and how we reacted to them.
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