Learning Through Play for Children with PMLD and Complex Needs: Using Purposeful Play to Support Cognition, Mental Health and Wellbeing

• Explores the essential role of play-based approaches for SEND. • Offers very practical guidance and provides detail on the physical, cognitive and mental health benefits of play. • Considers some of the challenges that arise in implementing play-based and therapeutic approaches. • Gives examples of how play has been successfully integrated into the practice of a number of special schools. • Provides helpful photocopiable resources to help the reader introduce therapeutic play and play-based learning in their school.