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The Power of Play: Scaffolding Play in Post-Pandemic Times

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Amie Sykes

KU Preschool Inclusion Consultant and Qaulified Play Therapist

  • Inclusion best practice
  • Professional Learning

Webinar

How can educators support the play development of play skills for all children?

A webinar exploring the power of play, and how educators can support the development of play skills to enhance children’s participation and learning and build confidence in advocating for the benefits of play across your team, families and community.

This webinar will explore the following:

  • Has the pandemic changed the way children are playing?
  • What are the considerations for children with disabilities and additional needs?
  • Is the weight of “school readiness” putting pressure on your play-based
  • curriculum?
  • How can play skills be promoted/taught/supported when needed?
  • What is the educator’s role in supporting and scaffolding children as they play?
  • How can we share/communicate about the learning that occurs through play
  • with families?
  • How is play represented in the Early Years Learning Framework Version 2.0?

This workshop aligns with the National Quality Standard:
Quality Area 1: Educational Program & Practice
Quality Area 3: Physical Environment
Quality Area 5: Relationships with children
Professional Standards for Teachers:

1 hour of elective PD towards maintaining NESA accreditation can be claimed under:
Standards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.