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Why is Play Important? Children learn and develop through play Play helps develop seeing, hearing, moving, talking, feeling,behaviour and learning Play provides exercise Play is FUN!!!

Play and Disability Play can help a child with disability develop as other children do Play can prevent a disability from getting worse Children with disability should be encouraged to play alone and with other children

A child with disability that is left lying on his back all day will develop very slowly. But a child with disability that is encouraged to play and interact with others may develop quicker. Encourage other children to play with children with disability – include them in games or make up new games that the child can do too

Types of Activities Activities should stimulate: Using the hands Lifting and moving the head Sitting Standing, walking and running

Toys Do Not Need to be Expensive Toys can be made from things found in or around the house Toothbrush, comb Pots, pans, spoons, bottles Shells, rocks, beads Different foods

Games Do Not Need to be Complicated Playing with sand Kicking or catching a ball BE CREATIVE!

Games and Toys can be Adapted Playing catch in sitting Making thick handles for rattles Using special positions or special chairs when playing games Children with severe disabilities can play too!