What If We Went on Safari?: Pretend Play in Children's Learning

If Publications develop knowledge and understanding of the world and stimulate creative thinking in role play by asking children 'What If?' Each What If? pack consists of a CD ROM and guidance booklet. The CD contains stunning, high resolution photographs and images which can be printed, projected or used with an interactive white board, plus support resources: * detailed drawings of a key character with their clothing and equipment * picture environments to stimulate play * illustrations of vehicles and machinery * lists, templates and writing frames * maps and posters * labels, badges and games to play * a linked story told in a slide show with original photographs and music * guidance booklet * high resolution photographs and images to stimulate talking and play Each What if kit consists of a CD RoM and guidance booklet. The CD contains lots of lively, exciting photographs and images which can be printed, projected, or used with an interactive whiteboard. Each CD also includes an introduction to the play, plus support resources - lists, labels, writing frames, backgrounds, borders, maps, pictures, etc. Practitioners will have their own ideas for using these inspirational materials, and the booklet provides additional ideas and guidance. The aim is to stimulate talking and thinking, and to provide a base for creative role play.