Sometimes a simple invitation can be enough to open up play and spark imagination. 
These 16 printable Creative Play Invitations have been designed to inspire child-led, symbolic and creative play within therapeutic practice. Rather than directing a child towards a particular activity or outcome, each invitation offers an open-ended starting point that leaves space for the child's own imagination, ideas and meaning to emerge.
Whether a child chooses to build, draw, create, tell stories, use small world play or explore through movement and role play, the invitation simply opens the door. Where the play goes next is guided by the child.
Each invitation includes:
A creative play invitation
Suggested materials
Possible wonderings
Themes to explore
A short practitioner reflection
The cards can be used in whatever way best suits your practice. Keep them as a source of inspiration, display them within your therapeutic space, or make them available for children to choose from when it feels appropriate. They are designed to support—not replace—the therapeutic relationship and the practitioner's clinical judgement.
Perfect for:
Play Therapists
Creative Arts Therapists
Child Counsellors
Psychotherapists
School-based practitioners working therapeutically with children
Includes:
16 printable invitation cards (PDF)
Practitioner introduction and guidance
Instant digital download