Free Workshop 'Open End Play' on Saturday October 12, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Together with Lore from Re-P¨lay we are organizing a free discovery trip on 'open-ended play' on Saturday October 12th. The children can test toys, the supervisors will learn the basic principles of open-ended play.
What is open-ended (or open-ended) toy?
Open-ended play is a way of playing that gives children the freedom to decide for themselves how they play and what they create. It is not about the end result, but about the process and the creativity that goes with it. This type of play stimulates children's imagination, problem-solving skills and independence. By playing with materials that can be used in different ways, children can invent and develop their own games.
Why is open-ended play important?
Open-ended play offers numerous benefits for children's development. It helps with:
- Creativity : children can let their imagination run wild and discover new ideas.
- Problem solving skills : they learn to think independently and come up with solutions to self-created problems.
- Social skills : while playing with others they learn to cooperate, share and communicate.
- Self-confidence : By making their own decisions and leading their own play, children build self-confidence.
At Re-Play and Fairplace we strongly believe in the power of open-ended play and want to inspire parents and educators to stimulate this at home. That's why we decided to organize an event to introduce you to the open-ended toys ;).
Practical
The children can try out the open-ended toys while you as a parent or supervisor learn the principles of open-ended play. Discover together and at your own pace no less than three floors full of open-ended toys !
Where ?
Fairplace, Rijselsestraat 23, 8500 Kortrijk. That is 100 meters from the Grote Markt of Kortrijk.
When ?
Saturday October 12th, starts between 10:30 and 11:00. Discover at your own pace no less than 3 floors full of open-ended toys! Allow approximately one and a half hours.
Who ?
Children from 2.5 to 8 years old with supervisor
To enrol
This workshop is completely free. You can register here . See you there!
Extra bonus: by participating in the workshop you can win a beautiful piece of open-ended toy (worth over €250)! There is no obligation to buy or rent, just a lot of fun things to discover!
Questions? Send an email to hallo@fairplace.be