In this podcast, I discuss the importance of play in kindergarten, schedules, recommending at least 45 minutes of purposeful play daily. I differentiate between playful learning and purposeful play, offering practical tips for incorporating both in the classroom. Despite challenges, I emphasize the benefits of balancing play, literacy, math, and hands-on activities for holistic student development. I encourage you to prioritize purposeful play and playful learning for optimal learning outcomes.

In this episode I share:

• planning a kindergarten schedule
• advocating for play in kindergarten
• differentiating playful learning and purposeful play
• connecting play areas to learning
• challenges of fitting everything in

Related Blog Posts:

• Starting Purposeful Play in Kindergarten? Outstanding!

Freebie:

• Benefits of Play

Related Episode:

• Child-Led Play and Learning with Melysa from PRE-K Spot Talks ~ Ep. 27

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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/