The PLAY Project

The PLAY Project An evidence-based, parent training program for professionals to help children with autism

The PLAY Project was founded in 2001 by Richard Solomon, MD, a developmental and behavioral pediatrician headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Solomon developed this program in response to the need for evidenced-based intensive early intervention for children with autism plus the desire to support the development of joyous relationships between children and their caregivers. The PLAY Project i

s available in close to 30 states and 9 countries (and counting!)

The PLAY Project recently completed a three‐year multi‐site randomized controlled trial which showed improvements in both parent‐child interaction and autism diagnosis. This large scale study focused on the impact of our autism intervention: a parent-mediated play and relationship focused program
Significant improvements in:
caregiver/parent and child interaction
social interaction of children with autism
social-emotional development of children with autism
autism symptomology

Secondary outcomes:
Improved parent stress and depression; and
PLAY Project consultant fidelity. For more information, contact us at 734-585-5333 or info@playproject.org.

04/24/2026

Stories like this matter.

Thank you to Easterseals North Georgia for helping us share the power of PLAY—where connection, joy, and growth come together. 💛

You’ve built the foundation—now it’s time to go deeper.Level 2 - Mastering the Child Profile helps you move from underst...
04/23/2026

You’ve built the foundation—now it’s time to go deeper.

Level 2 - Mastering the Child Profile helps you move from understanding the basics to applying PLAY with more clarity and confidence.

Here’s what you’ll unlock:
✨ A deeper understanding of a child’s unique developmental profile
✨ Assessment tools you can actually use
✨ Simple, effective strategies for real-life moments

This is where your skills start to feel more intentional—and your impact grows.

👉 Take the next step: https://playproject.org/project/level-2/

Bundle, save & start seeing the difference 💛The Level Up with PLAY Bundle brings Levels 1 and 2 together into one cohesi...
04/22/2026

Bundle, save & start seeing the difference 💛

The Level Up with PLAY Bundle brings Levels 1 and 2 together into one cohesive experience—so you can learn, grow, and apply PLAY with more confidence.

✨ More clarity
✨ More momentum
✨ More impact

All for $499 this April (save $141)

👉 Start building your PLAY skills today: https://playproject.myabsorb.com/ #/course-bundles/4addfe43-8647-4f40-a0d0-9d2e1d74cac2?mc_cid=e5739079cb&mc_eid=afd9824960

We’re excited to share that our Training Director, Katie Scott, is presenting at the Ohio Early Childhood Conference! 🎉J...
04/21/2026

We’re excited to share that our Training Director, Katie Scott, is presenting at the Ohio Early Childhood Conference! 🎉

Join her session, Teaching PLAY: Engagement and Fun to Support Autistic Students in the Classroom, to learn how relationship-based, playful strategies can transform engagement and learning.

📍 April 24 | 1:00–2:30 PM
👉 Learn more + register: https://www.oaeyc.org/conference

April is Autism Acceptance Month 💙And we believe one of the most powerful ways to show acceptance… is through understand...
04/20/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month 💙

And we believe one of the most powerful ways to show acceptance… is through understanding.

That’s why our Welcome to the PLAY Project Course is just $25 this month (regularly $75).

If you’re a parent, professional, or educator, this is your chance to:
✨ Learn the PLAY approach
✨ Build meaningful connections
✨ Better support autistic children

Offer ends April 30.

🔗 Start learning today: https://playproject.org/project/welcome-to-the-play-project/

If you’re new to the PLAY Project—or looking for a place to start—this is it.Level 1: Foundations of PLAY is designed to...
04/16/2026

If you’re new to the PLAY Project—or looking for a place to start—this is it.

Level 1: Foundations of PLAY is designed to help you:
✔ Understand your child’s development
✔ Learn how to engage through play
✔ Build meaningful connection

This self-paced training gives you practical, easy-to-use strategies you can start using right away.

No prior experience needed—just a willingness to connect and learn.

👉 Start with Level 1: https://playproject.org/project/level-1/

Big upgrade for your professional growth 👀We’re excited to share that our Level 1 – Foundations of PLAY and Level 2 – Ma...
04/16/2026

Big upgrade for your professional growth 👀

We’re excited to share that our Level 1 – Foundations of PLAY and Level 2 – Mastering the Child Profile courses are now officially approved for ASHA and AOTA CEUs 🙌

That means you can deepen your skills in a developmental, relationship-based approach and earn the credits you need—win-win.

If you’re ready to feel more confident supporting children with autism (and bring more joy into your sessions), this is your sign.

👉 Explore the courses + start earning CEUs: playproject.org

3 signs your child might not be ready for kindergarten:• Struggles to stay focused• Has difficulty following directions•...
04/15/2026

3 signs your child might not be ready for kindergarten:

• Struggles to stay focused
• Has difficulty following directions
• Gets overwhelmed during transitions

These aren’t just “phases”—they’re developmental skills that can be strengthened.

In this live workshop, Dr. Richard Solomon shows you exactly how.

👉 Learn the 7 habits that make the difference

Get your tickets here: https://www.youngchildlearning.com/ycl-workshop-7habits-drricksolomon

This Autism Acceptance Month, remember: your child doesn’t need more pressure—they need more connection.“Development doe...
04/14/2026

This Autism Acceptance Month, remember: your child doesn’t need more pressure—they need more connection.
“Development doesn’t start with drills… it starts with joy.”
👉 Discover simple, powerful ways to connect through PLAY at www.playproject.org

Understanding PLAY is powerful. But applying it with confidence? That’s where things start to click.This Autism Acceptan...
04/13/2026

Understanding PLAY is powerful.
But applying it with confidence? That’s where things start to click.
This Autism Acceptance Month, we’re offering a Level 1 + Level 2 bundle for professionals ready to go further.
✨ Build your foundation
✨ Start putting PLAY into practice
👉 Save this $141 this April
🔗 https://playproject.myabsorb.com/ #/course-bundles/4addfe43-8647-4f40-a0d0-9d2e1d74cac2

Buy now, redeem later! Check it out in our PLAY Store: https://playproject.org/shop/level-up-with-play-bundle/

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Ann Arbor, MI
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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