L9: Play

Question 1

What is Play?

Answer 1

• Intrinsically motivating activity under voluntary control
  
  • Reqs attn, motivation, arousal, motor control

Question 2

Types of Play

Answer 2

• Toys
• Fantasy/make believe→ 3-5yo
• Social interaction (candyland, house)
• Sensation seeking (rolling down hills/rough housing)
• Active equipment (playground, trampolines)

Question 3

Choosing a toy for Tx:

BIGGEST/MOST IMPORTANT factor!?

Answer 3

AGE APPROPRIATE******

Question 4

Choosing Toy for Tx:

Answer 4

• Age appropriate (MOST IMPORTANT)
• Will toy help meet goals? Enjoyable/motivational? Safe/durable/responsive?

Question 5

Choosing Toy for Tx?

Things to factor in…

Answer 5

Appropriateness

Cog. ability

Motor capability