Training, support & development for play in schools & other settings. Solving problems for better lunchtime & play experiences. Based in Children's Scrapstore!
United Kingdom
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A thread on #riskyplay. This shares some resources mentioned at the lively @IPAGlasgow2023 panel last month. Thanks to panellists @DrHelenDodd @EllenBSandseter @mbrussoni David Ball and Harry Harbottle aka The A Team. #ipaglasgow2023. 1/18
ALT Photo of child on tree swing
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‘The future of the playground’ - @WashingtonPost
“A playground is a place where children both escape and prepare for the complicated reality they inhabit.”
#Play #Playce #Splace washingtonpost.com/lifestyle…
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Did you enjoy all the play content from @IPAGlasgow2023 ?
Come join us in in conversation with @timrgill and headteachers about creating #SpacesofWonder to play in school - all free and online!
eventbrite.co.uk/e/creating-…
#playinschools #opalschools @OPAL_CIC
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Children from a primary school in Glasgow have taken centre stage opening an international conference about the importance of play. i.stv.tv/3OUqgMo
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We’re feeling extremely proud that our #Play2Nurture film made its debut at @IPAGlasgow2023
Please watch and enjoy:
youtube.com/watch?v=iDp1wbcp…
@TNLComFund #IPAGlasgow2023 #PlayMatters #PowerOfPlay
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We've saved so much scrap from landfill in May!
Drop us a message if any businesses you know would have scrap to donate.
Thankyou to all our supporters, and do share anything you make from our scrap, we love to see it!
#sustainable #reuse #childrensscrapstore #MakeCreatePlay
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The shrinking horizons of childhood (2022 version). Hot-off-the-press findings from @drhelendodd @playengland UK street play study and survey. @IPAGlasgow2023
#ipaglasgow2023
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Exciting news for families in Bristol! We've partnered with the @ADHDFoundation to offer 3 FREE online courses to support parents in understanding the needs of children with ADHD. Click to register & secure your spot! #ADHDsupport #Bristol #FreeCourses
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NEW REPORT Teenagers and Public Space in Scotland. We worked with 146 young people on 3 projects, they told how us how to solve antisocial behavior and design better places. Launching today at IPA Glasgow
@Sustrans
#IPAGlasgow2023
Read more here
aplaceinchildhood.org/teenag…
"Have confidence in your own competence... you know your children..." Harry Harbottle on supporting children to manage risk for practitioners in the moment – at Glasgow, Scotland
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@EllenBSandseter “It’s easy to count how many times children hurt themselves when engaging in Risky Play, however we cannot count how many times children have avoided hurting themselves due to becoming more confident in taking risk when given the opportunity” @IPAGlasgow2023 – at Glasgow, Scotland
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According to NHS statistics, children experiencing mental health difficulties are less likely to report enjoyment of learning.
However, outdoor learning and play could help to support children's mental health at school. Read our blog to find out how ⬇️ ltl.org.uk/news/evidence-sho…
Day 2 of @IPAGlasgow2023! Talking all things risk in play with, as @timrgill quotes, "the A team" - @DrHelenDodd, @mbrussoni, @EllenBSandseter Harry Harbotle and David Ball! #letthemplay #riskyplay #loosepartsplay – at Glasgow, Scotland
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A great opportunity to hear some fantastic speakers and learn more about the South West Stronger Practice Hub us13.campaign-archive.com/?u…
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The drive to play freely is a basic biological drive. Lack of free play may not kill the physical body as with lack of air, food, or water, but it kills the spirit and stunts mental growth. ~ Peter Grey
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Bobsled canoe run anyone? Yes please! Great fun and adventurous play @PrimarySea this afternoon. @OPAL_CIC #opalschools #Bristol #bristolschools #active #playmatters
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The children created their first track yesterday at lunchtime for the bikes 🚲 and scooters! 🛴 It was great to see such amazing teamwork with Miss Ozanne and Mrs Wareing ! 😁 @neil_play @More_OPAL_ @OPAL_CIC
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"The experience of play changes the connections of the neurons at the front end of your brain. And without play experience, those neurons aren't changed." ~ Dr. Sergio Pellis @uLethbridge
Scientists say play helps build better brains: bit.ly/42iwPM2 #Playmatters @NPR
