Children possess a range of strengths and challenges. Effective caregivers learn how to identify these strengths and create opportunities to let them shine. This workshop will focus on exploring participants’ experiences with and perceptions of “exceptionalities” (i.e. disabilities or special needs) as a gateway to understanding the range of human experiences. Different categories of exceptionalities (mild to moderate) will be explored as well as materials and structured play that allow children with special needs to shine!