Understanding and Embracing Risky Play: Inspiration and Discussion Cards

Why did we create these cards?

Our Inspiration and Discussion Card sets have become a very popular resource for services, due to their high visual appeal and simple, informative format that encourages reflection and discussion between educators. 

This set explores the concept of Risky Play, through the lens of Ellen Sandseter's Categories of Risky Play. 

We have created these cards to inspire discussion, thought and reflection. 

What can you do with them? 

We've visited services that have hung theirs on a hook in the room, or in the staff room. You could also:

• Make them available in your programming/documentation area
• Work through one card at each team meeting - use them to spark discussion within the team
• Use them to support conversations with families about risky play

What are the specifics?

This beautiful set of 12 high quality, gloss cards will inspire you to think deeply about children's risk taking in their play and what it means for them. Unpacking Sandseter's Categories of Risky Play, we share the what, the why and the how, and encourage educators to reflect on their practices and their environments. 

These highly visual cards include: 

• Great Heights
• High Speeds
• Dangerous Elements
• Dangerous Tools
• Rough and Tumble Play
• Disappearing/Getting Lost
• Vicarious Play
• Play with Impact

Each card features brilliant images from the early childhood sector

How are they sustainable?

Printed locally in Newcastle, NSW

• Quality, durable materials designed to last
• Packed in recycled, reusable, or sustainable packaging