Learning and Growing

 Something to think about......the thing that needs to change is the habits.  Habits by James Clear

  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-play-based-learning-podcast/id1527350985?i=1000488702344

Environment-based education produces student gains in social studies, science, language arts, and math; improves standardized test scores and grade-point averages; and develops skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making. Richard Louv

1. Play allows multiple opportunities and mode to reach various standards. 2. Children at play can often be found re-enacting favorite stories. 3. Play is it's own method of instruction. 4. Play is a natural learning environment for children. 5. Play give access to content and higher levels of thinking for a variety of learners. 6. Not all learners use language as a primary mode of learning and expression, some benefit from movement and physicality while learning, others express themselves through drawing or painting. This book has endless tips, strategies and research that supports play based learning. This book is a must read for all early childhood educators. Purposeful Play: A Teacher's Guide to Igniting Deep and Joyful Learning Across the Day By: Kristin Mraz, Alison Porcelli and Cheryl Tyler Mraz,K., Procellli,A., Tyler,C. (2016)Purposeful Play:A Teacher's Guide to Igniting Deep and Joyful Learning Across the Day

"It is not enough to be compassionate, we must act" -The Dalai Lama

Early childhood students greatly benefit from play based learning. Play based learning not only promotes social emotional learning but also academic growth. The link below is a great article explaining the Power of Play. The Power of Play