Because Giant Step’s curriculum is centered on play, adults don’t always realize how much children are learning and processing through their play. With this page, we hope to link resources to help our families and the wider community embrace the power of play.
NAEYC Articles/Collections:
This collection includes things parents should know about play, an explanation on the meaning of “Big body play” and other useful articles.
This collection includes articles that examine how teachers observe and respond to children’s play, the natural connections children build on their own, and how adults can influence and add on to these connections.
How to Support Children’s Approaches to Learning? Play with Them!
This article looks at how parents support the play their children enjoy. Both toddlers and preschoolers are discussed.
Message in a Backpack™ Encouraging Your Child Through Risks During Play
The word risk often brings negativity to mind, but this article discusses how “risky play” supports child development.
Just Play with Me: What Research Tells Us About Playing More Confidently with Our Children
Do you ever worry that you aren’t “good at playing”? You might find this article helpful to allow you to connect with your children by playing confidently.
If you have any questions about the articles you find here or would like other resources, don’t hesitate to reach out. You are also welcome to come see how we put these concepts into action as educators at Giant Step!
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