As we begin to learn about play and therapeutic play, it is important to have a firm understanding of the two concepts. Do some additional research outside of our readings and respond to the questions below:
- What is play? List 10 statements that describe/define play.
- What is therapeutic play? List 5 statements that describe/define therapeutic play
- What are some concepts about therapeutic play that you would like to learn in this class? List 5 ideas of what would be beneficial for your to learn in this class.
- Discuss any experiences that you have had with therapeutic play. The experiences can be information and do not have to have been in a professional capacity.