Applying Explicit Play Strategies to Support Kindergarten Teachers in Enhancing Children’s Cognitive Competency

Nhetant Vincent C San Jose, Mikaella Capiral, Cyla Chrystanny C. Moreno, Romaica M. Verdan, Joel B. Faustino, Esther G. Domingo, Aurora E. Perillo and Joseline M. Santos
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Nhetant Vincent C San Jose: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Mikaella Capiral: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Cyla Chrystanny C. Moreno: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Romaica M. Verdan: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Joel B. Faustino: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Esther G. Domingo: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Aurora E. Perillo: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos
Joseline M. Santos: Faculty of the College of Professional Teacher Education of the Bulacan State University - Main Campus, City of Malolos

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2026, vol. 10, issue 5, 1663-1703

Abstract: Almost all experts agree that early childhood education (ECE), especially at the preschool level, is a crucial time for brain development and starting the learning process that will continue through life. It is also a key time for a child's whole development (UNICEF, 2021). Actually, during this age children develop the basic brain, social, and emotional skills that will determine their learning success and personal growth for their whole lives. High-quality early childhood education is a very important factor in the ability to learn, that is why a good preschool education is highly recommended. For instance, quality education at this level leads to the acquisition of key cognitive skills such as memory, reasoning, problem-solving, etc., which are the very first steps towards school success and further development of other areas of the child's life. Play-based learning is a fun and very effective way of teaching children. Studies show that structured and targeted play can promote the cognitive development of young children (Yee et al. 2022; Gica et al. 2025; Gaffar et al. 2021).

Date: 2026
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