Bukhalenkova D.A., Sukhikh V.L., Yakupova V.A. Development of Self-regulation in the Play: What and How to Play with Preschoolers?
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Abstract
The article is devoted to the practical aspect of the development of self-regulation of preschoolers in the play. The introduction provides a definition of self-regulation as a multidimensional construct that includes the regulation of emotions, cognitive processes and behavior. The definition of executive functions based on A. Miyake’s model is also proposed. The literature review covers the results of new studies on the influence of play on the development of self-regulation in preschoolers. The article considers studies showing the effectiveness of role play, play with rules, digital games, as well as the relationship between play preferences at home and the development of self-regulation in preschool children. In the final part, practical recommendations are formulated for the use of games in order to develop self-regulation of preschoolers. Recommendations are given for choosing games that are most suitable for this purpose, their duration, increasing children’s involvement in play, and the nuances of organizing play. The conditions for creating different types of play (play with rules, role play, digital games) are described in detail. The Appendix contains names and brief descriptions of digital and board games that can be used to train all components of executive functions.
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