But beyond simply being fun, play is a vital component of early learning. Play-based learning is an educational approach that leverages play to foster children’s growth in multiple areas ...

By building on children’s interests and joy in discovery, play-based learning also encourages kids to be more curious, Bouffard says. “And personally I think that’s the most important ...

Here is what play-based learning looks like in preschool, kindergarten and the early grades. Play has long been a vital and recognized way that children grow and learn, says Katherine Green ...

This is an unbalanced force. This is a chain reaction.’” While play-based learning remains relatively rare in elementary classrooms, Oklahoma City is among a small number of school districts across ...

Connecticut teachers want you to know that “play-based learning” is not an oxymoron. For years child development and education experts have praised the benefits of play-based learning — a ...

Not only is play-based learning in classrooms important, but did you know it could also play a role at home? In March 2020, Jordan went into total lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Suddenly, ...

Play-based learning is essentially learning through play, which is crucial in early childhood development, especially for Grade R learners. According to US-Based research, The Serious Need for Play, ...

As a play researcher, I applaud the state legislature for mandating play-based learning in preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school classrooms. Play has a powerful effect on development and ...