Power play is what it sounds line–play with power. In power play, children play at being powerful or display their power. Supporting school readiness with power play can require that adults get comfortable with the symbols and themes children embrace in such play. For example, power play often involves imaginary dominance, superpowers, magic, violence, death, anger, fear, and other themes and emotions adults sometimes don’t approve of in children’s play–as well as symbols of power like weapons.

Supporting School Readiness With Power Play

Here’s a short video explaining the benefits of supporting school readiness with power play:

You’ll find a companion handout on power play and school readiness here.

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