Extensive use of "role speech" and meta-play talk to direct the narrative.
Hidden or explicit rules that guide behavior (e.g., "Moms don't leave the baby alone"). Developmental Benefits matureplay
Mature play differs from "immature play," which is often repetitive, flits between activities, or relies heavily on realistic props. According to the framework, mature play includes: Extensive use of "role speech" and meta-play talk
Themes that last for hours or several days, evolving as the play progresses. " which is often repetitive