The importance of play and playful forms of interaction in childhood is highly significant for development; it is holistic, meaning it impacts all areas of a child's personality development within their social context. Play, in a way, provides us with an alphabet of human relationships. It is well known in special education and child therapy, especially since Zulliger, that there can also be healing powers in children's play. Professionals in special education who understand children's play and can engage with them in playful contact and relationship forms are well-equipped methodologically to provide effective support to children with developmental impairments and emotional challenges. This teaching and practice book offers a didactically well-structured concept for development support focused on play and communication. It provides.