All posts tagged "Play"
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Why Outdoor Learning Boosts Children’s Development
The beneficial effects of outdoor learning and play on children’s experiences have been known for thousands of years,...
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Creative Play and Development Through Woodwork: an Interview with Pete Moorhouse
Pete Moorhouse has written several books and journal articles on the benefits of hands-on learning. We spoke to...
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For children, playing IS the adventure – Adrian Voce
The recent announcement by Play England and partners of their new Sport England funded pilot project, Adventure into...
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The Benefits of Free Play May Not Be What You Think
The importance of play to children’s learning, development and physical activity levels is regularly cited as a reason...
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The Importance of Group Play for Early Years Children
Play is a natural mode of learning for early years children, and indeed the default mode for the...
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Maintaining My Child’s Right to Play: A Parent’s View on Play-Based Learning
Before becoming a parent I was fairly laid back and not easily ruffled, but since my daughter was...
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Playworker: The Adult Role in Outdoor Play and Learning
“Play is not an easy game.” ― Helen Bilton, author and Associate Professor, University of Reading For many,...
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Exploring Play and the Nature of Play
“Now in myth and ritual the great instinctive forces of civilized life have their origin: law and order,...
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Risky Play – The Balance Between Caution & Hazard
“I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning to sail my ship.” ― Louisa May Alcott...
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12 Sensory Play Activities for Early Years
12 Sensory Play Activities for Early Years Sight sensory bottles Lights and torches in the dark Prisms, crystals,...
