eng Science and Education Publishing American Journal of Educational Research 2327-6150 2023-08-31 11 9 628 632 10.12691/education-11-9-12 EDUCATION202311912 article Angeline Cortezano Rosales Angeline Cortezano Rosales, rosalesangeline@gmail.com 1 Francisca Marco Rafuson 2 Rosgen Pampilon Gumban Angeline Cortezano Rosales, rosalesangeline@gmail.com 3 Department of Education-Region V, Daraga North Central School-Special Education Center, Bagumbayan, Daraga, Albay, Philippines. Department of Education Region V, Daraga North Central School, Bagumbayan, Daraga, Albay, Philippines Research and Development Office, Asian College Dumaguete, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines This study aimed to develop and initially implement a play-based instructional approach for selected children with special needs. The instructional materials were designed and developed using the ADDIE Model and analyzed using a descriptive-exploratory research design. The study developed play-based instructional materials for children with special needs, such as autism, intellectual disability, and hearing impairment, using the ADDIE model. The materials were designed to address the challenges children with special needs faced, and the ROSGUMRA play-based approach was used in the design phase. Three play-based instructional materials were developed, namely Hanger and Clothespins Addition Machine Pin It Game, Spin the Wheel, and Spindle Box, and were implemented and evaluated in an exploratory phase. The play-based instructional materials developed using the ADDIE model and the ROSGUMRA play-based approach effectively enhanced the mathematical, communication, motor, and socio-emotional skills. The study recommended various actions for different stakeholders. Teachers were advised to use play-based instructional materials to enhance the mathematical skills and cognitive abilities of children with special needs, particularly those with intellectual disabilities, autism, and hearing impairments. Parents were encouraged to use play-based materials at home to improve their child's learning behaviors while collaborating with educators to find suitable materials that align with their child's needs and interests. Future researchers were recommended to use the ADDIE model as a guide for developing and exploring the effectiveness of various play-based instructional materials. Lastly, policymakers were advised to incorporate play-based instructional materials into special education programs and support the development of structured and routine-based materials that cater to children's interests and preferences. http://pubs.sciepub.com/education/11/9/12/education-11-9-12.pdf Play-based Instructional Approach Children with Special Needs Development Teaching Instructional Materials