This risky play observation form will help caregivers scrutinize and assess children’s risky play. It’s intended to help observers look below the surface of risky play to understand better the developmental benefits and learning that are occurring.
Benefits
This observation tool may be especially beneficial for caregivers inexperienced or uncomfortable with risky play since it helps evaluate what’s transpiring as children take developmentally appropriate risks.
The observations made using this form can also be used to help parents and other stakeholders understand the value of risky play.
Finally, this risky play observation form can also help improve safety by identifying hazards that need mitigation.
Completing The Risky Play Observation Form
Here’s a quick look at how to use this risky play observation form:
- Top Matter— Enter the date of the observation and the name of the observer.
- Description Of Risky Play Observed— Document the risky play observed, including names of participants, the location, a description of the play, and any other relevant and notable details.
- Types Of Risk Observed— Circle one or more types of risk-taking you observed. (You’ll find more about types of risk here.)
- Developmental Domains Observed— Circle all developmental domains you observed activity in during the risky play you observed. (You’ll find more about developmental domains here.)
- Positive Outcomes— List and discuss any positive outcomes of the risky play you observed.
- Negative Outcomes— List and discuss any adverse outcomes of the risky play you observed.
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