Welcome to the Lead2Play training program. Below are six training modules. Each module includes a short video, a video reflection sheet, and a set of resources for you to use to build your program. For your convenience we have also included the Complete User’s Guide to take you through the program.
1. WHY LEAD2PLAY?
Introduces youth and adults to the Lead2Play program.
2. THE LEAD2PLAY TEAM
Describes the typical Lead2Play team and how to recruit and assemble.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LEAD2PLAY SITE
Supports an investigation of a potential Lead2Play play through site observations and interviews.
4. CREATING A PLAY PLAN FOR YOUR SITE
Takes the Lead2Play team through the Design Thinking process to plan play at their site.
5-1. GROWING YOUR LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
Teaches leadership skills to help you out on the playground and with your Youth Leadership Team.
5-2. STARTING STRONG
Tips for getting a great start by learning names, building rapport through storytelling, and positively establishing rules.
5-3. HOW TO GET KIDS ATTENTION
Demonstrates attention getters that help you lead and organize play without the frustration of inattentive participants.
5-4. HOW TO SOLVE CONFLICT IN A PLAY SPACE
Details what to do when kids disagree or fight.
5-5. WHAT TO DO ABOUT RULE BREAKING
Teaches you how to deal with the one of the hardest aspects of leading play—rule breakers.
6. ASSESSMENT: THE KEY TO BEING YOUR BEST
Provides tools and tips for assessing a Lead2Play program.