Matt:> Kittens play with small moving objects because it teaches them to be better hunters. Play is not a goal in itself, but a subgoal that may or may not be a useful part of a successful AGI design.
Certainly, crude imitation of, and preparation for, adult activities is one aspect of play. But pure exploration - experimentation -and embroidery also are important. An infant dropping & throwing things & handling things every which way. Doodling - creating lines that go off and twist and turn in every direction. Babbling - playing around with sounds. Sputtering - playing around with silly noises - kids love that, no? (Even some of us adults too). Playing with stories and events - and alternative endings, beginnings and middles. Make believe. Playing around with the rules of invented games.
Human development allots a great deal of time for such play.
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