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.

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

Teachers can foster diverse skills and abilities in early childhood classrooms. Read how Ms. Charlotte Brown affected the students and parents in her program

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

Read our interview with Patricia on the importance of block play and how families can support young children’s STEM learning at home

Here are some ways I've used books for play with children. You can try these or come up with your own.