7-2 Final Project Milestone Three: Final Projectsouthern New

7-2 Final Project Milestone Three: Final ProjectSouthern New Hampshire University Psy-319 Social Devel:Child/Adolescent 03:37:52 GMT -05:00AbstractChild development is a fascinating area of study, and two prominent psychologists who specialized in this field are Vygotsky and Piaget. While they had differing opinions on how a child develops, they shared some similar ideas. However, one major difference between the two is their views on the role that play has in a child's development. Play is an essential tool that helps children learn critical skills such as reading, writing, and math. As such, understanding the potential benefits of play can provide insight into how we can best support a child's development.The author's research recommends that children's toys and objects be used in child-based studies. Both Vygotsky and Piaget made significant contributions to the field of psychology by developing theories on how children develop cognitive skills. According to their studies, symbolic play can help children acquire various skills.Jean Piaget believed that development occurs in stages throughout life and that play plays a crucial role in learning. He identified multiple stages of learning, including formal operational, sensorimotor, and preoperational. In contrast, Vygotsky did not believe that learning aids helped in a