An exploration of play and development in the early years. Looking at different types of play.

At the end of the course you will be able to:
- Describe the importance and benefits of play
- Understand the developmental stages of play and name the different types of play
- Explore a range of every day easy to access play activities
- Explore a range of Therapeutic Approaches that focus on play
- - The PACE Approach - focus on P – using a Playful Approach
- - Play Therapy - a brief overview of Play Therapy
Theraplay - a brief overview and introduction to explore Therapeutic Play activities