What describes children's behavior during associate play?

During associative play, children engage in activities side by side and are often involved in similar types of play but do not necessarily work together towards a common goal. They may exchange toys, offer each other suggestions, and respond to one another's actions, which introduces a level of interaction that is characteristic of this stage. This type of play is important because it allows children to develop social skills, such as sharing and taking turns, while still maintaining their own individual play agendas. It illustrates a transition from solitary or parallel play, where children play independently or alongside one another with minimal interaction, to more cooperative forms of play that involve more significant social collaboration and group dynamics.