This presentation will define play and discuss the importance of play on child development, social skills, and emotional regulation. It will also cover how and why play is used in therapy.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. List at least 10 defining qualities of play.
2. Describe the importance of play on child development, social skills, and emotional regulation; and how these are essential pieces in play therapy.
3. Demonstrate the ability to explain play therapy to others.
4. Understand the therapeutic agents of play.