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February 28, 2017

Academics vs. Play: The False Dilemma That Some Principals Face

Play is essential to child development. When principals and other instructional leaders are able to see what learning through play looks like in a classroom, they are better equipped to help teachers promote developmentally-informed practices.

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Shayna Cook, Abbie Lieberman
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January 18, 2017

¿Qué hay en una sombra?

What is a Shadow? Denise Nelson and her class of preschoolers in Worcester, MA tried to answer that question over the course of a three-week exploration—both indoors and out

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Denise Nelson
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January 18, 2017

What's in a Shadow?

What is a Shadow? Denise Nelson and her class of preschoolers in Worcester, MA tried to answer that question over the course of a three-week exploration—both indoors and out

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Denise Nelson
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June 19, 2017

Forget the Playroom...Take Them Outside!

There are so many reasons you should consider more outdoor play time with your child, and here are a few.

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Toni Denese Sturdivant
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May 25, 2017

Five Ideas to Encourage Learning This Summer

School may be out for the summer, but there are still lots of opportunities for young children to play and learn!

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Georgi-Ann Clarke
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October 27, 2017

Delighting in My Child’s Interests: Trucks!

There’s a lot children can get out of exploring something they’re interested in. Here are just a few of the things we do together. Although the central focus may be trucks, there’s lots of variety.

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Sarah Erdman
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May 3, 2015

Spread the Love (of Books)!

No one can predict what habits and interests will stick with a child. But if you never offer up the opportunities, the odds will always remain at zero.

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Mabel Yu
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March 27, 2016

The Not-So-Magic Word

Words matter, but so does what’s behind the words. Let’s take away the magic of “the magic word,” and start teaching kids politeness.

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Jarrod Green
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October 20, 2016

Time Goes By So Fast: Play Makes Meaningful Memories

As Walter Drew and Marcia Nell say, “Memories of joyful and meaningful play experiences help bind families together emotionally, even long after children are grown.”

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Susan Friedman
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