Children's interests in pirates may arise in a variety of ways - from a favourite toy, a story or a well-loved film. The world of pirates is one that exists in that hazy land between fact and fiction. While it is true that they exist, it is not the truth about the pirates that we really want children to explore! Instead, we want the pirates that are the stuff of stories - travelling the vast oceans, carefree and adventuring, searching for treasure on beautiful islands.
There can be no doubt that this predictable centre of interest will stimulate lots of exciting play-based learning opportunities, both indoors and outdoors. Ships can be built, seas sailed and exciting discoveries made. Practitioners will need to think carefully about how they respond to and interact with children's weapon play.
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