Using psychosocial support approaches and play to support children’s social and emotional wellbeing in crisis contexts

Healing through Play is a comprehensive training guide designed for volunteers working with children and families affected by conflict and adversity. This resource leverages the power of play to support children’s recovery and emotional wellbeing.

Based on research showing the connection between play and children’s ability to cope with stress, the guide provides practical strategies for creating safe play opportunities in homes, schools, and public spaces.

The guide is structured in three parts, covering training methodology, detailed session plans, and accompanying presentation materials.

It equips volunteers with play-based techniques that help children process emotions, build relationships, and develop resilience while restoring a sense of normalcy in challenging circumstances.

The training guide is developed with funding and collaboration from the LEGO Foundation.