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FACILITATED OPEN-ENDED PLAY SESSION
The Playmakers @ OHV
Ruby Topas
6 months - 3 years 04 (Fri) - 26 Oct 24 (Sat)
Programme Content

The Playmakers (A child-led, open-ended play programme)  is a creative communal play space designed for young children to engage actively in their urges of independent play while meeting other children for early socialisation.

 

Children construct meaningful connections and firsthand discoveries through the wonders of open-ended everyday objects & upcycled materials with no right-or-wrong way to use them.

 

Each session offers children an opportunity to lead their play and be that competent, creative, meaning makers. The Playmakers is a safe space for young children to experience the joy of true play and for parents/caregivers to connect and learn about who our children are. Ruby, the facilitator, will also engage with the parents individually during the sessions to share her observations and insights about how each parent can facilitate their own play at home with their little ones.

 Each Playmakers slot is for 2 hours. Participants can arrive anytime, go out for a break and/or come back, within this 2-hour duration. We recommend that audiences spend at least approximately 45min within the playmakers space to experience the session. EXPLORE "A Curious Garden" will also be accessible during your 2 hour slot.

 

Themes and descriptions:

4 & 5 Oct - Under the Sea Adventure
Discover the magic of the ocean with our "Under the Sea" sensory play experience. This engaging play session is perfect for young children, providing a variety of sensory stations that capture the essence of underwater exploration. Each station is thoughtfully designed to stimulate different senses, from the feel of edible water beads and sandy dough to the sight of vibrant sea creature figures and the sound of gentle ocean waves. This sensory play setup encourages little ones to develop their sensory skills and creativity in a fun and safe environment. Dive in and let the ocean adventure begin!
 
18 & 19 Oct -  Off to the Beach
Off to the Beach is a delightful way to bring the seaside to the little ones, stimulating their senses and imagination. This child-led, open ended play encourages children to use their senses and imagination as they interact with various materials found at the beach, such as sand, shells, pebbles, driftwood, and seaweed. It does not only captivates their attention but also supports their motor skills, language development, and creativity as they explore and interact with the "beach" in their own way. It's a perfect way to let the little ones experience the magic of the beach, no matter where they are! Come dress up in beach attire!

 

25 & 26 Oct - Five Little Speckled Frogs 
Step into the whimsical world of "Five Little Speckled Frogs" with our engaging sensory play adventure. Inspired by the beloved nursery rhyme, we set up play invitations for children to explore the life of speckled frogs and all kind of animal families in the river through interactive and sensory-rich stations. From tactile exploration, visual stimulation, olfactory sensation to auditory experience, we design learning opportunities that encourage schematic play,  sensory and cognitive development, and a love for nature and rhyme.
About the Artist(s)

Hello! I am Ruby Topas, a name filled with gems. As it turns out, I love everything that is glittery and colourful. One of my favourite childhood snacks is iced gem biscuits.

I am an early childhood educator for over 15 years. I was leading a child care centre for 5 years. Inspired by the many child-centered approaches to education, in particular, the Reggio Emilia and Constructivist Approaches, I believe that young children are meaning-makers that express themselves simply through purposeful play as well as creative art and movement.

My favourite things are reading and collecting baby and children’s storybooks, visiting neighbourhood and thrift stores for all the quirky interesting materials and tools used as children’s play and art making, as well as collecting sea shells and rocks.

I am glad that I am finally realising my dream of founding a play space called The Playmakers specially for very young children. If you would like to contact me, please email me at rubytopas@gmail.com or follow our IG on ruby_topas. I’d love to hear from you and talk to you all about play and learning. Let’s build a community of true play together.

 

The Origin of The Playmakers

The Playmakers is a play space created for infants, toddlers, young children and their families. Our journey began recently in July 2021. At The Playmakers, we celebrate every child as a whole-being with his/her own thoughts, feelings, perspectives and preferences. We design programs to cultivate children’s thinking skills through purposeful play as well as creative art and movement. We want to partner with families to create a community which believes in the importance of respecting children and creating a safe space for them to explore, wonder, ideate, and create freely. This, we believe, is the most natural way for children to make meaning of this world.

We believe that it takes a village to raise not only the child but to support every parent as well. We hope that at The Playmakers, we will be able to do just that, bringing joy to every child’s learning journey.

 

Ticket Details

Dates & Times:

4 October 2024, Friday:  9.30am - 11.30am & 3.15pm - 5.15pm

5 October 2024, Saturday: 9.30am  – 11.30am

18 October 2024, Friday:  9.30am - 11.30am & 3.15pm - 5.15pm

19 October 2024, Saturday: 9.30am  – 11.30am

25 October 2024, Friday: 3.15pm - 5.15pm

26 October 2024, Saturday: 9.30am  – 11.30am 

 

For ages: 6 months - 3 years (With admission up to 4 years)

Ticket Price: $35 per child, $15 per adult (You may purchase tickets for up to 2 accompanying adults per child for this programme.)

Duration: 2 hours (Participants can arrive anytime, go out for a break and/or come back, within this 2-hour duration. We recommend that audiences spend at least approximately 45 min within the playmakers space to experience the session. EXPLORE "A Curious Garden" will also be accessible during your 2 hour slot.)

Venue: One Holland Village

 

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Things to note

Terms and Conditions (Please read carefully before you purchase your tickets)

  • This ticket gives you access to the PROGRAMME Playmakers and EXPLORE: "A Curious Garden".  Each slot is for 2 hours and participants can arrive anytime, go out for a break and/or come back, within your session. We recommend that participants spend at least approximately 45min within the playmakers space to experience the session. 
  • Programme + Explore tickets are chargeable with each person (adult or child) counted as one pax. A baby in arm is also counted as 1 pax. Please note that tickets are sold PER PAX.
  • Programme + Explore tickets are strictly non-refundable. If you are unable to make the Programme for any reason (including covid-related matters), you may transfer your ticket/s to another family (child/children have to be within the age stipulation). No credit notes can be issued and change of dates/ times are strictly not permitted. Please choose your date and time carefully.
  • Each child must be accompanied by at least one adult into the programme. 
  • This programme is age-specific and The Artground reserves the right to refuse entry to children who are not within the stipulated age group, even if you have purchased a ticket. No refunds will be issued.
  • Audiences have to exit The Artground once the programme is over to enable staff to clean and santise the space.
  • Non-slip grip socks are mandatory for everyone (except pre-walking babies). Socks will be available for sale $3/pair for those who do not have them.
  •  Photography and Videography may be taken by event organisers for marketing and archival purposes.