1. Unit 113 – Introduction to the development of children and young people through play.

2. Learning Objectives By the end of the session you will: 1.Identify how play supports children and young people’s development and well being 2.State the difference between adult directed ad child initiated play 3.Define inclusive and stimulating play 4.Identify environments and activities that support and promote inclusive and stimulating play

3. Children and Play Through play children can: Acquire and practise knowledge and skills in an enjoyable way Try out new things without the fear of failure Have opportunities for learning through repetition Explore new materials, experiences and ideas Learn about other people and how to interact with them

4. Inclusive Play The right to play is a fundamental human right. All children have the right to play and be a part of their local communities. Inclusion is promoted by law and government policy. Inclusive play is primarily about all children and young people having equal access to - and equal participation in - local play, childcare and leisure opportunities.

5. Stimulating Play Stimulating play is play that stimulates the mind. It helps sensory development and is crucial for the development of babies and toddlers. Stimulating play can be engaged at as early as 3 months of age.

6. Types of Play There are three main types of play: Imaginative Creative Physical

7. Physical Play Physical development can be divided into two types of skill: Gross motor skills Whole body movements, balance and co-ordination. Fine motor skills Delicate movements of the hands and co-ordination of sight and sound with movements of the hands.

8. Imaginative Play Dressing up Drama – plays and sketches Using props (– boxes for example) Home based play – using toy cookers, tools etc.

9. Creative Play Drawing, collages, painting and printing Modelling and model making Sand Music

10. Physical Play – Gross Motor Skills Running, kicking and throwing a ball Hula hooping, skipping Skates, bikes and scooters Climbing, sliding and swinging

11. Physical Play – Fine Motor Skills Strapping on safety equipment for physical play Making models Jigsaws and puzzles Crafts

12. Development through Imaginative Play Social - Taking on the role of others and interacting with others, caring for others Physical - Dramatic large movements, using the body during play, fine manipulative skills, Intellectual - Understanding ideas and concepts, imagination and memory Communication – Making up conversations, listening and talking Emotional – Exploring being someone else

13. Development through Creative Play Social – Working co-operatively, making choices, taking turns Physical – Using tools and equipment, handling and manipulating small objects Intellectual – Using a wide range of materials, imagination, creativity and concentration Communication – Talking about their ideas and expressing themselves creatively Emotional – opportunity to express thoughts and feelings

14. Development through Physical Play Social – Working in teams, taking turns, dealing with quarrels, learning to take care of themselves Physical – Developing muscles, strength and co- ordination, finer skills - catching and picking up Intellectual – Awareness of space and risks, concentration, making sense of game rules Communication – Listening to guidance, talking about their play, Emotional – Self confidence, achievement and part of a team

15. The Development of Social Play Solitary Play Parallel Play Associative Play Co-operative Play

16. Directed Play Play is vital to all children’s learning and development. When planning play activities you need to think about: the children’s age and stage of development different areas of the child’s development the curriculum requirements the interests and needs of each child

17. Indoor Environment Quiet Area Painting/Crafts Area Eating Area Floor Activity Area Messy Play Area Small World Area

18. Children and Play Children can learn about the world in many different ways. Young children learn most effectively through first hand experiences. You need to choose inclusive activities and experiences that are suitable for the age of the children and will engage their interest and aid their development.

19. Unit 113 – Introduction to the development of children and young people through play.