I think I shall be linking these in with this answer:
Encourages independence
Skills to materials at hand
Increase to become more deeply involved in tasks
Think outside the box
Encourages imagination
Increases self confidence
Can tie into other areas of learning
(Dancing - physical, shapes ~ mathematics, etc)
Form identity, sense of self
Individuality
Encourages hobbies
Become a team player, adapt a role
Social belonging
Express themselves freely
Maria Montessori had some good theories which are good to look into and explain my thinkig more.
Hope this helps.
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