The play doctor game can be educational as it teaches kids about the human body. They start to learn about different body parts like the heart, lungs, and stomach while pretending to examine them.
Playing doctor can enhance a child's communication skills. The 'doctor' has to ask the 'patient' questions about how they're feeling, and the 'patient' has to describe their symptoms. This back - and - forth communication is like what happens in a real doctor - patient interaction. Additionally, it can teach kids about empathy, as they get to experience both sides of the situation - being the one who helps (the doctor) and the one who needs help (the patient).