Why is the concept of "leading activity" considered important in some theories of child development?
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Correct answer: Because certain activities drive major cognitive and social advances
The notion of a "leading activity" suggests that certain social or play activities (e.g. sociodramatic play) are central during given periods and drive advances in cognition, emotion, and social behavior.
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