Play resources
Play and Do is information on the BBC website about children's development through play. It includes sections on babies and toddlers with information about the different stages. Visit Play and do
Clever Clogs games are designed by two early teachers who were concerned with the lack of structured and sequential games available and decided to make their own. The Clever Clogs philosophy is that young children learn best when they are practically involved and have the opportunity to talk to adults about what they are doing. The range includes early literacy games and activities for encouraging speaking, listening and thinking skills. For more information visit Clever Clogs
The National Association of Toy and Leisure Libraries (NATLL) aims to create and support high quality play opportunities with its members throughout the UK. It offers advice and support, training, toy appraisals and information and ideas. Services available include publications and resources and a free telephone information service for anyone planning, setting up or running a toy or leisure library. For more information visit NATLL
The National Children's Bureau (NCB) offers a range of play resources and publications. They include Heuristic Play with Objects - Children of 12 - 20 months exploring everyday objects, a resource encompassing a video and leaflet that is available at £16.50, or £13.20 to NCB members. For more information visit NCB
Ready Steady Go! is a book of fun exercises for babies and young children from 0 to 3 years. It is based on research on physical and cognitive development and combines movement, songs, practical advice and information designed to make learning fun. It includes a CD with nursery rhymes and parent information.
Sense Toys supplies toys, activities and books from a range of sources that are designed to help language development and nurture a variety of skills through play. The range is suitable for all children, but particularly for those with special educational needs. Each product comes with simple play tips. For more information visit Sense Toys
