Structured play

Understanding structured play vs unstructured play helps parents to provide the learning environments their children need through play.

Building Functional Pretend Play Centers in an Pre-K Classroom

If a student is unable to play with toys during structured leisure time independently, play supports are a great strategy.

Play has always seemed synonymous with children because it’s what they do. When students come to school now, it seems as if the decision-makers want to limit

Teaching our students to play independently is such an important functional skill! First, if a student can play independently at school, then it can give teachers/staff the time to prep materials for the next activity, to pull small groups or to do 1:1 instruction. At home, independent play is just as important! If a child is able to play independently, then a parent can cook a meal or shower without being interrupted! I know a lot of teachers don't take the time to teach independent play…

LEGO Therapy is a structured play approach to develop social skills for children on the autistic spectrum. A group of children work together to build a LEGO structure, each have defined roles and follow a set of rules to support this play therapy.

Giving your children time to play with each other each day is a great way to help foster a true friendship. Read all about how to do sibling playtime here.

Building Functional Pretend Play Centers in an Pre-K Classroom

Here are some great ideas about things to teach your 2 year old. Most skills can be achieved through these learning activities for two year olds