Structured play ideas

Are you looking for some creative ways to practice play based learning with your elementary special education students? Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite play based activities for elementary special ed students. In my elementary special ed classroom, when they are playing outside you can focus on developmental skills too. Visual crafts for kids are a fantastic way to incorporate play. Students enjoy the variety of sensory play activities that are available to them.

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…

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

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

Dramatic play is a wonderful way for children to engage their imaginations, develop social skills, and have fun.

Chris Anna | Minimal effort Craft, Play activities on Instagram: "Here it is ⬇️ One thing NOT to do when setting up activities for toddlers is to fill their day with too many structured activities. It’s crucial to strike a balance and give them ample time to simply be, explore, and play independently. How many activities per day you may ask? Simplicity is key here—we focus on one enriching activity each day, allowing plenty of unstructured time for them to discover, imagine, and develop…

Ashley Guy on Instagram: "Recapping play themes I created for my children from October to May! Would love to know which was your favorite! 🥰 Cannot wait to show all my upcoming ideas this summer! So many fun play themes coming your way! #playbasedlearning #playinspiration #playideas #playtime #playfun #playtimefun #playingislearning #playtolearn #toyreview #toys #toylover #toys"

Are you looking for creative ways to engage young learners in your preschool classroom? Play-based learning is the perfect solution! This playful approach to teaching can help preschoolers develop language, physical motor and social-emotional skills. Find out why play-based learning is essential for preschoolers and get some amazing ideas to use in your own classroom. #playbasedlearning #preschool #playfullearning #preschoolers