Blog Post: Loose Parts at Home
Research Article:
Let the Children Play: Scoping Review on the Implementation
and Use of Loose Parts for Promoting Physical Activity Participation
By: Houser Roach Stone Turner Kirk
Quote:
“Play
gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.”
Fred
Rogers
Book Pick:
Most Magnificent Thing (aff link)
The Most Magnificent Thing is about a
girl determined to make the most magnificent thing ever! She gets discouraged
as it isn't working out exactly as planned. Her dog takes her for a walk and
upon her return, she is refreshed and ready to keep working with her bits and
parts to make the most magnificent thing! Thanks for the suggestion, Linda and
Kristina!
Resource:
Montessori Restore—lovely sets for the home or
classroom—beautifully and intentionally designed so the materials encourage the
adults to play as well!