Woman and toddler play with blocks on the floor.

Embedding learning through play into pediatric care

What is Prescription for Play?

A program delivered during well-child visits to promote play for development in children age 18 – 36 months

For Parents and Caregivers

Get more out of playtime with your toddler.

For Pediatric Health Care Providers

Find out about participating in Prescription for Play.

Play helps kids learn and
prepare for challenges

Three-year-old girl sets one final piece atop the tall tower she’s built and looks on in excited awe over her accomplishment.

Kids’ brains grow fastest from 0 to 3

Woman and little boy build together with blocks.

Play helps caregivers and kids build loving bonds

Close up of happy woman holding both of a child’s hands close to her heart.