Children's play in cross-cultural perspective: a new look at the six cultures study
Cross-Cultural Research • Vol/Iss. 34 • Published In • Pages: 318-338 •
By Edwards, Carolyn Pope
Hypothesis
The effects of social, economic, and material factors on children's play in six different cultures are discussed.
Note
Key factors in the type and amount of play include: amount that adults stimulated childrens' play, children's freedom to practice adult roles in play, and whether there were models and materials for creative and constructive play in children's environment.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Formal Test | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Play | Dependent | Childhood Activities |
| Socialization | Independent | Socialization |