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Play is one of the ways children make sense of their world. Discover simple play-based ideas inspired by play therapy to help your child express emotions, process life’s experiences, build confidence and strengthen your relationship.

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A story bag and it's contents including a cat and knight, demonstrating how to make and use story bags.

How to Put Together a Story Bag for Emotional Storytelling Play

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on August 15, 2026August 15, 2026 Leave a Comment on How to Put Together a Story Bag for Emotional Storytelling Play

Learn how to make a story bag using simple objects that spark imagination, storytelling play and meaningful conversations. Discover why this creative activity helps children …

A homemade story bag filled with small objects for storytelling play to support children's emotional wellbeing.

Using Storytelling Play To Help Children Explore Feelings

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on August 10, 2026August 10, 2026 Leave a Comment on Using Storytelling Play To Help Children Explore Feelings

Discover how storytelling activities can give children a safe, imaginative way to explore feelings, express what’s happening inside and discover new ways of seeing the …

Child laughing while building with colorful Lego bricks illustrating why play is important for children

Why Play Matters Way More Than You Think

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on July 27, 2026July 22, 2026

Ever wondered why play is important for children? While it might look like simple fun on the surface, play is so much more than that. …

Young boy playing with toy dinosaurs during imaginative play, illustrating how understanding you child's play can give us clues about their emotions and inner world.

What Your Child’s Play Might Be Trying To Tell You

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on July 30, 2026June 1, 2026

Children’s play can often look like simple fun. But when we slow down and watch with curiosity we discover that understanding your child’s play can …

Colorful xylophone used as play therapy toys for children

How Different Types Of Play Support Your Child’s Emotional World

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on July 15, 2026September 9, 2025

Different types of play can help children process feelings in different ways. Discover how art, storytelling, doll’s houses, sand trays, puppets, messy play and more …

Graphic of a young child on a skate board with a cardboard rocket strapped to his back pretending he is going on a space mission. Used to illustrate an article on a parent's guide to play therapy - answering parents questions

A Parent’s Guide to Play Therapy: Answering Important Questions

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026December 3, 2024

Are you a parent with questions about play therapy? Perhaps you’re wondering is it effective? Could it help your child? And how does it really …

6 Insanely Powerful Ways Play Helps Kids Heal

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026October 26, 2024

Have you ever wondered how the play during play therapy supports children? Learn the powerful ways play helps kids heal emotionally, build resilience, and transform …

Mum and child playing with building blocks illustrating one of many play therapy techniques parents can use

21 Powerful Play Therapy Techniques Parents Can Use to Support Their Child

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026September 7, 2024

Are you looking for ways to support your child through emotional struggles? These simple play therapy techniques help children express their emotions and feel understood. …

How to handle back-to-school anxiety: 5 powerful art prompts

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 7, 2026July 22, 2024

Help ease kids’ back-to-school anxiety with these powerful art prompts! Create treasure maps, find sunflower superpower, and more ways to transform anxious thoughts into positive mindsets.

Colorful, abstract “worry monster” artwork created by blowing paint with a straw—part of an activity that helps kids externalize anxiety by turning worries into characters they can name, explore, and talk to.

How to Externalize Anxiety for Kids: The Worry Monster Activity

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026June 7, 2024

This fun worry monster activity helps children shrink overwhelming feelings and manage stress. Learn how to externalize anxiety for kids with this effective and engaging …

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