✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨

Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.

Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing).

In this conversation, Dr. Joanna Fortune discusses the significance of play in both childhood and adulthood, emphasising its role in mental health, relationships and education. She explores how play fosters connection, creativity and emotional well-being, and provides practical tips for adults to reconnect with their playful side. The discussion highlights the importance of curiosity and playfulness in learning environments and how these elements can enhance teacher-student relationships and family dynamics.

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Gillian and Helena

✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨

Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.

Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing), in this engaging conversation, Tina McLaughlin (@teacherofdotes) , a primary school teacher and play advocate, shares her insights on the significance of play in early childhood education. She emphasises that play is not just a break from learning but a vital component of children's development. Tina discusses the challenges educators face in fostering a playful learning environment, the importance of trusting children's instincts and the need for flexibility in lesson planning. The conversation also highlights the value of building relationships through play and the necessity of professional dialogue among teachers to support playful learning. Ultimately, Tina's passion for play shines through as she encourages schools to embrace the naturalness of play in their teaching practices.

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We hope you enjoy

Gillian and Helena

✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨

Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.

Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing), we engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jacqueline Fallon where she discusses the transformative role of play in education, particularly within the new Primary Curriculum Framework. She emphasises that children have both a right and a desire to play, which is essential for their learning and development. The discussion covers various types of play, the importance of child agency and how play can be integrated into senior classes despite common misconceptions. Dr. Fallon reassures teachers about the value of play in fostering resilience and well-being, ultimately advocating for a shift in educational practices to embrace play as a fundamental aspect of learning.

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Gillian and Helena

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✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨

Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.

Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing), our very first episode delves into the significance of play in education and its impact on children's mental health and well-being. We share our personal journeys with play, discussing how our teaching philosophies have evolved to embrace play and playful learning.

Follow the conversation on Instagram @the_playful_lens_podcast and subscribe wherever you listen!

We hope you enjoy

Gillian and Helena

✨Shaping minds, connections and creativity through play, playfulness and playful learning for all✨

Welcome to The Playful Lens - the podcast where curiosity, creativity and coffee fuel big conversations about learning, wellbeing and play.

Hosted by Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) and Helena (@experiential.wellbeing), each episode explores how play shapes who we are; in classrooms, communities and beyond. Expect thoughtful chats, laughter and plenty of playful inspiration.

Follow the conversation on Instagram @the_playful_lens_podcast and subscribe wherever you listen!

We hope you enjoy

Gillian and Helena