The Play Well Pack is a resource created to support children’s well-being through play, developed by Play Scotland and Save the Children. It is designed for children aged 3-6 and includes various activities to enhance emotional, physical, and social development. The pack incorporates the SHANARRI (Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible, Included) indicators from the Scottish Government’s wellbeing framework, offering play-based activities that promote these aspects of well-being.
Key Elements:
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Meet the Wellbeing Buddies: Friendly characters such as Safe Stella, Active Aamir, and Healthy Henry introduce children to well-being concepts. Each character represents a specific SHANARRI indicator, helping children understand safety, health, responsibility, and more.
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Bite-Size Information: Provides simple, clear guidance on well-being topics. For example, Safe Stella shares tips on handwashing, while Healthy Henry encourages outdoor play and making healthy choices.
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Interactive Activities: The pack includes fun and easy-to-set-up activities like:
- Sensory Play: Engages children’s senses to help them relax and feel grounded.
- Movement Games: Games that keep children active, promoting physical health and coordination.
- Creative Arts and Crafts: Activities like junk modelling and wiggle drawings encourage creativity, fine motor skills, and expression.
- Mindfulness Exercises: Exercises, such as feather floating and teddy breathing, teach mindfulness, helping children manage stress and anxiety.
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Ideas Bank: A pull-out section filled with playful ideas like building dens, making music, or creating a home-made basketball game. It encourages families to choose and add their own ideas for fun, easy-to-implement activities that foster bonding and development.
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Wellbeing Discussions: Offers conversation starters for parents and caregivers to help children express feelings and talk about any anxieties they might have about school, play, or daily life.
The Play Well Pack promotes well-being by blending learning with play. It is ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to support children’s emotional and social skills in a natural and engaging way. The pack’s emphasis on accessible play helps create a nurturing environment that empowers children to become confident, responsible, and well-rounded individuals.
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