As a parent, you may have questions about your child’s development and what is considered typical in the areas of cognition, interaction, and play. Encouraging Play: A Parent’s Guide to Early Development is an illustrated resource designed to help parents understand key developmental milestones and how play shapes early learning.
Developed by Chicago Kids Therapy, this guide explores the stages of play from birth to age three, providing expert strategies from developmental therapists to ensure children are meeting important milestones. With a focus on sensory exploration, problem-solving, creativity, and social skills, this book offers practical ways to support your child’s development through engaging, play-based activities.
Inside This Guide, You’ll Discover:
- Key Developmental Milestones – Learn what to expect at different stages of play and how these skills support growth in other areas.
- The Power of Play – Understand how play fosters cognitive, social, and motor development in early childhood.
- Types of Play – Explore sensory, imaginative, and manipulative play, and how each supports problem-solving, creativity, and coordination.
- Practical Play Strategies – Discover simple, expert-backed activities to encourage interaction, communication, and independent thinking.
- The Role of Developmental Therapy – Learn how play-based interventions can support children with developmental delays or sensory challenges.
Helping Your Child Learn and Grow Through Play
Play is more than just entertainment—it’s a fundamental part of early development that builds confidence, curiosity, and essential life skills. With expert guidance and hands-on strategies, this book empowers parents to create meaningful, developmentally appropriate play experiences that help their child reach important milestones.
If you’re looking for a trusted, easy-to-follow resource to support your child’s development through play, Encouraging Play is the perfect companion.