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Rough & Tumble Play - Coggle Diagram
Rough & Tumble Play
Know by children's face
Play face
Releases energy, aggression & tension
Often mistaken as misbehaviour.
Example- wrestling, play fighting.
Safe space to play
Includes touching, tickling, chasing, wresting, bouncing, swinging, falling, diving, climbing, opposed fighting.
Exciting play
Learn motor control
Own capabilities & boundaries
Others boundaries & capabilities
Vigorous play
Natural part of child development
Psycological resilience
Social relationships
Gauge own strengh
Learn to control aggression
Self esteem
Role play
Stories/Themes in play
Barriers
Risk averse culture
Fear
Aggression
Parental concerns
Time & space
Lack of outdoor experince
Female workforce
What can be done
Provide space
Check for hazards
Develop rules to guide play
Supervision
Teach them to identify & respond to others emotions