#HowDoYouPlay?
There’s plenty of ways to play, and this article will highlight a few classic forms, but the art of playfulness proves rather expansive. If you don’t see how you engage in play on this seemingly limited list, don’t worry! We just wanted to kick off some ideas to get the sharing going.
Nature Play– this kind play typically occurs outside and includes natural objects: sticks, plants, rocks, or insects are just a few examples.
Dramatic Play– this is social play where participants take on different characters, costumes, and roles. This play especially helps develop emotions
Word Play– games that involve writing, word association, or make language playful: Bananagrams, Scrabble, Balderdash
Board Games– imagine classic games like checkers, chess, and shoots and ladders. These games can build relationships and cooperation.
Imagination Play– with this form of play, anything is possible
Art Play– this is a highly creative play that involves self-expression and artistic mediums: painting, water colors, glitter, and canvases, for example
Don’t forget to share how you play with Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative by tagging us on your next playful social media post! You’ll find us on these platforms:
Instagram – @playfulpittsburgh
If you’re fond of surveys, and happen to have a moment to spare, please fill out our Google Form where you can tell the Collaborative how you play! We’d love to share your play tips to our subscribers in a newsletter down the road!
