CFC 27: Understanding learning and development through play

1. Understand the features of a positive learning environment

• 1.1. Identify features of a setting that contribute to a positive learning environment
• 1.2. State how these features might help children to learn through the use of play activities and strategies

2. Understand how play can help children’s learning and development

• 2.1. Outline ways in which play can help children’s learning in each of the following developmental areas: a) physical b) intellectual c) language d) emotional e) social

3. Understand how play activities can avoid stereotyping and discrimination

• 3.1. Give an example of stereotyping in play
• 3.2. Identify how a given set of materials, resources or activities can challenge stereotyping and discrimination