| Description | | Understanding Loose Parts of Play
This session starts with a
look at Simon Nicholson’s definition of loose parts and at how the term covers
so much more than pine cones and shells. After defining loose parts, we dig
into sourcing loose parts, supporting loose parts play, the
learning that happens during loose parts play, and how to explain loose parts
to parents and others who may not grasp their value.
Trusting Kids as Learners
Children are wired for
learning–they are good at it, eager to do it, and driven to it. Yet, too often,
they are not supported in leading their own learning. Based on ideas from our
book, Let Them Play, this session is about trusting kids
as learners and creating environments where they are empowered and supported in
leading their learning.
Supporting "Bad" Behavior
Activities like running, climbing, throwing, spilling,
punching, pinching, kicking, biting, tattling, and yelling often are labeled as
bad behavior and many early learning settings attempt to limit them–if not
outright ban them. This session takes a contrarian view, examining these
activities as learning opportunities, and offers up ideas for encouraging and
supporting them. It turns out these things can be done in safe ways–without
hurting others–and don’t have to create friction between children and their
caregivers. |
| Location | | ESU 9 Hastings, 5807 West Osborn Drive |
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| Audience | | Audience: Early childhood educators of all learning environments |
