You will be developing new neural connections. “The brain can’t rely on connections that have been shaped by past experiences”.

You can be anything, go anywhere, have an adventure and the props are either in your imagination or on the floor. 

There are no rules, goals, or expectations when you pretend play with children. Being a musician, I can’t help but add my own rhythmic songs and beats to our playtime.  It’s fun to beat your eggs, prepare your improvised gourmet meal with some funky rhythm in the background and cook a wonderful spaghetti dinner made from air.