Sierra shares key points on why play is the way children learn, as well as examples of playful learning opportunities in the classroom. The early childhood educator’s job is to purposefully create an interactive classroom environment that meets each child’s individual needs and learning styles. “All [learning] comes naturally within a play-based program, that they’re […]
Carol Spencer, from Hoosier Courts, explains to us the school’s believes and what exactly does a ‘play-based curriculum’ mean. She defends the importance of learning through experience, and building better people starting in early childhood. She also tells us how the school cares for the community that is created inside the classroom, and the network […]
Sierra points out components of this half-day program, noting the classroom teachers’ intentional creation of the environment as the Third Teacher. She mentions the play-based curriculum that meets the children’s needs and interests, and encourages life-long learning and a sense of wonder. Love and acceptance of children and their families is also a key component […]