By Nicole Leuci Gilmer Play is an essential aspect of every child’s growth and development, and when able to be enjoyed in an outdoor setting, the benefits are multiplied! From releasing excess pent-up energy, to building on their balance and motor skills, there are countless benefits for children of all ages who spend more time…
An Educator’s Guide on Integrating Loose-Part Play into an Elementary Cornerstone We are quickly approaching an end-of-year, time-honored tradition for children across the United States. That’s right, we’re talking about field day! A day filled with tug of war, various types of races, and children sticky from sweat and the four popsicles they powered through…
By: Jason Riccardi When someone says the word “play” we immediately conjure images of children playing stickball in a dirt lot, or children playing in castles slaying the fire-breathing dragon. Sometimes we even recall memories of building blocks and making forts from spare sheets and blankets. The former of those two forms of play has…
