Links social workers to a range of direct work tools for use with different ages, with tips from practitioners on how to get the most from them.
Sets out the benefits of using play and toys as a tool for engaging more effectively with children, including a background of why communi-crates (a box full of creative and effective tools that provide practitioners with imaginative ways to discuss sometimes difficult topics) were developed, as well as multiple case studies.
Direct work involves understanding the child’s perception of events or aspects of their life. It can provide clues about how a child feels, which can be understood alongside their body language and behaviour.