In this episode, I have my teacher friend, Holly, from Research and Play on the Kindergarten Cafe Podcast. We explore the significance of purposeful classroom setup, focusing on child-centered approaches including the Reggio Emilia method. Holly stresses designing rather than decorating the classroom, using natural materials to stimulate learning. We also discuss challenges in shifting to student-centric designs, encouraging student involvement in creating the environment. Holly offers resources like her TPT bundles and an upcoming course on Research-Based Space. 

In this episode I share:

• What it means to be child-centered
• Classroom design vs classroom decor
• Role of the environment in Reggio Approach
• Resources for Child-Centered Classroom Design

Connect with Holly:

• Instagram - @researchandplay
• Website - research-and-play.com
• The Research-Based Space Course
• Co-Created, Student Made Classroom Decor Bundle

Connect with Zeba:

• Instagram - @kindergartencafe
• Facebook - @kindergartencafe
• Website - www.kindergartencafe.org
• Tik Tok - @kindergartencafe

Mentioned in this episode:

Caring Critters Books

Felipe the Feeling Frog: https://www.kindergartencafe.org/felipe/

Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle: https://www.kindergartencafe.org/trixie/