UNIT TITLE: The Importance of Play

LEVEL: Two

UNIT CODE: PQ42TE001

LEARNING OUTCOMES		ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

(Understanding, skills, knowledge to be learned)		(Standards of achievement against which outcomes will be measured)

The learner will be able to:		The learner has achieved this because (s)he can:

1. Understand the importance of play		1.1 Explain the importance of play in relation to socialisation. 1.2 Discuss at least 5 benefits of play. 1.3 Explain why play is an essential part of education.

2. Recognise different types of play.		2.1 Describe at least 5 different types of play. 2.2 Discuss opportunities for group and solitary play.

3. Understand the relationship between stimulation and play.		3.1 Define the term 'stimulation' in relation to play. 3.2 Describe at least 4 ways in which a toy is stimulating. 3.3 Describe ways of making everyday situations (eg bath time) more enjoyable and stimulating.

4. Understand developmental stages in relation to play.		4.1 Explain the importance of selecting toys appropriate for the age/development stage of the child. 4.2 Describe at least 3 toys and/or activities which could be used to strengthen muscles. 4.3 Describe at least 3 toys and/or activities which could be used to encourage hand-eye co-ordination.

5. Understand the role of the carer in organising play.		5.1 Discuss the role of the carer in choosing play activites.