Aims and Objectives for sessionOutline meaning of philosophical
approachesIdentify why play is necessary for
children’s developmentOutline the definitions of playJustify how play links to areas of the EYFSIdentify the 12 features of playExplain how to make play motivational Outline what the United Nations
Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) is
Starter Activity –
What does philosophical approaches
mean?
Group Discussion
Why is play necessary for
the development of children?
Play
What does this term mean to you?
Discuss and write some notes on your mini whiteboards
Do you play?
What makes play, play?
Do we play in
different ways?
Do all children from
other countries
play?
Definitions of play
Play should be pleasurable, enjoyable. Even if child shows no signs the play is still valued
Play has no extrinsic goalsPlay is spontaneous and
voluntary, it is not obligatory but chosen by the child
Play involves active engagement
Link in the EYFS
Move around the room to identify how activities and play opportunities can offer development within the Areas of Learning and Development
Make sure everyone has a different coloured pen, to write answers.
12 Features of Quality Play
Bruce states that good quality play should consist of
The 12 features of play 1. Using first-hand experiences 2. Making up rules 3. Making props 4. Choosing to play 5. Rehearsing the future 6. Pretending 7. Playing alone 8. Playing together 9. Having a personal agenda 10. Being deeply involved 11. Trying out recent learning 12. Co-ordinating ideas, feelings and relationships for free flow play.
Bruce, T. (2001) Learning through play: babies Toddlers and the Foundation Years. London: Hodder and Stoughton (p. 117)
The importance of play
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_-1O_rBLPU
What activities cover active play?
What activities cover expletory play?
What activities develop imaginative play?
If/when you are a parent would you like your child to …..
Play with Jelly?
Play in the
rain?
Play with animals?
Be a helper?
Play with
dolls?
Play needs to be motivational
Play needs to be ‘real’
Adults need to take a step back
Provide situations that are pleasurable
Play needs to be directed by the child
United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)
An international agreement established by the United Nations to protect the human rights of the child
There are 54 articles to the Convention
The UK became a signatory to the UNCRC and agreed that from 1991 every child under 18 should have the rights listed in the Convention
United Nations Conventionon the Rights of the Child
Let’s read and see what rights children have in terms of play
Children Friendly Version
http://www.unicef.org/rightsite/files/uncrcchilldfriendlylanguage.pdf
UN Convention on the rights of children
UN Convention on the Rights of the Child states that children have a right to play.
Important play opportunities are given to stimulate the brain (neuroscience) and encourage development in SPICE
Aims and Objectives for session
Identify age appropriate activities for areas of the EYFS
Outline what to consider when setting up play activities
Identify how own settings meets the right for children to play.
Describe daily timeline of play activities completed in their settings
Starter Activity – Individual task
As individuals write on each sheet of paper, as many activities for the identified age range as possible.
Make sure everyone has a different coloured pen, to write answers.
Reflection
Write a reflection highlighting how your setting, meets the right for children to play
Use UN Convention on the rights of children for support
Daily timeline of play activitiesCreate a daily timeline of play
activities completed. Be as creative as possible
Feedback to the group, offering others ideas to take into their own placement
Extension – Link to areas within the EYFS
Aims and Objectives for sessionIdentify different types of playOutline to benefit of block playExplain how to combing different types of play
Explain why it is important to consider age and stage when planning activities
Outline the stages of play.
Starter Activity – Individual task
https://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDbYCf7lLB0
How many different types of play did you see from this
clip?
Different settings will play in different ways..
Child Initiated
Adult initiated
Indoor play
Outdoor play
Block Play Article
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23791478
Play set upSpontaneous play is child directed and
the most rewarding for children to participate in as it builds on their interests. You can use this type of play to further learning.
Adult directed play refers to activities that involve adult interactions.
Give some examples of these types of play
Combing types of play
Children do not see play as types of play. Its just play.
Children will use resources/materials for various means. A hairbrush could be a microphone (symbolic play)
Important for us to be flexible in our practice and use various resources to promote development.
Team task – Think outside the boxWith the resources that you have on the table, what activity could you make with the children? Work in pairs.
Be as creative as possible, you will need to feedback to the group
You have 17mins http://
www.classtools.net/education-games-php/timer
Individuals
It is always important to consider the age and stage of development for individual children when planning activities.
Remember it is important to consider and adapt activity to meet children's individual needs.
Types of
play
Constructive
Creative/expressive
Physical
Quiet
Imaginative/
drama and role play
Messy/sensory
Case Study
JenStefanClaraNickA group of eight five year olds
Stages of playLearning to play is a gradual process
All areas of development can be promoted through valuable play experiences
There are 6 stages of play
Think back to your placement and think of examples that highlight the following stages
Exploratory Play
This is seen when observing babies as they are exploring their surroundings.
What resources can you provide to encourage exploration?
Parallel Play When a toddler will often play alongside
another toddler and show some awareness of the other child but wont share in the activity.
Have you seen this ?
Associative PlayThis develops from the age of 2
½ years. The children will play together. This is characterised by watching others and copying.
What would your role be?
Co-operative PlayThe final stage of play when the
children actively play together. They talk about their play and make decisions together.
Aims and Objectives for sessionOutline different types of playOutline different types of messy playIdentify different types of imaginative
playOutline different types of constructive
playIdentify different types of creative playOutline different types of physical playOutline different types of quite playIdentify what heuristic play is.
Messy/sensory Play•Paint•Playdough•Cornflour•Jelly•Beans•Custard•Water•Sand•Shaving foam
Messy play is good because children can• explore and
experiment with different texture
• It can be very soothing
• Learn to share equipment with others
• Use fine motor skills
• Use hand eye co ordination
Messy/ Sensory Play
Imaginative Play
•Puppet shows•Drama•Dancing•Playing with dolls/action figures•Role play•Singing•Music and movement
Imaginative play develops and supports children to• Use their
imagination• Imitate adult
roles• To practice
grown up skills• To pretend to be
others/animals• Think about
other people views/roles
• Provides understanding of job roles
Constructive Play
•Lego •Duplo•Train sets•Multilink•Construction straw•Wooden blocks
During this type of play children build. They learn and develop• Fine motor
skills• Hand eye
coordination• Work with
others• Solve
problems• Colours • Shapes
Construction Play
Creative Play
•Painting•Singing•Dancing•Writing•Mark making•Chalking•Card making•Cutting•Collage making
Creative play supports children to develop• Fine motor
skills• Hand eye co
ordination• Essential for
writing• Helps them to
express thought and feelings
• Creating own work
• Sharing ideas and opinions
• Learn about colour, shape and texture
Physical Play•Outdoor activities•Obstacle courses•Bike riding•Hoops•Skipping•Hopping•Swimming•Running•Slides•Tunnels•Threading•Interlinking
Physical play develops and supports • muscles and
gross motor skills
• Improves appetite
• Important for health and well being
• Important for mental stimulation
• Encourages good sleep patterns
• Fine motor skills• Hand eye co-
ordination• Spatial
awareness
Physical Play
Quiet Play
•Puzzles•Books•Story tapes•Computers•Smart boards•Drawing•Cutting•Board games•Talking/circle time
Quiet play supports and develops• sharing• reflection and
relaxing• Learning new
vocabulary• Learning how
to read/handle books
• Fine motor skills
• Hand eye co ordination
• Communication skills
Quite Play
Heuristic PlayHeuristic play is a way of offering a
group of children a range of objects to explore freely, with little adult intervention. This type of activity is particularly useful in encouraging young children to engage in an activity for more than a few minutes
Heuristic play baskets are a range of natural and ‘found’ everyday objects that stimulate all the senses.
Homework - make a treasure basket
What will you need to consider?
What will you collect?
How will you present this, use your self study time to create an explanation of items add and how this can benefit children's play and development?
Assessment task support
Assessment is due in
Formative – 21st
November
Final deadline –
12th December