There is no rulebook for play. It looks, feels and sounds different to everyone, Anna says. It doesn't need to be formal, structured or cost money. It can be as easy as going outside and exploring your own backyard.
“If we think back to our childhood memories, play was spontaneous, child-led and directed, freely chosen with no predetermined outcome, fun, accessible, challenging, social and repeatable.
“It was usually based outdoors in nature and highly active, with elements of challenge and risk that tested boundaries in an imaginative way.
“Share your play memories and old school games with your tamariki and inspire the next generation to play every day.”
To celebrate Play Week, SGT and Healthy Families East Cape will be running themed challenges ranging from dress-ups and sand sculpting to fort building and chalk play.
There's also a $250 HART Sport voucher to be won for your favourite school or kura through SGT's Facebook page, which will also feature daily challenges.
All you have to do is show your whānau, colleagues or school and kura saying “Yes to Play”.
