Reimagining Learning through Meaningful Tech Integration
Expanding Curiosity Through Collaboration As teachers of young children, we are always reaffirming the value of play as part of learning while considering new ways to explore, visualize, conceptualize, and Continue Reading →
The #InnovatingPlay Twitter Chat has shifted to a slow chat model. There is one topic per month and one question tweeted out per week. Continue Reading →
We had a wonderful Twitter chat with the #InnovatingPlay community about fostering SEL (social emotional learning) with picture books. Over 30 books were shared! We collected them in this doc. Continue Reading →
As classroom teachers, we all have resources and experiences we love! However, even our favorite experiences can be re-imagined and elevated to bring fresh energy into the classroom. We adore Continue Reading →
Hidden pictures in number charts isn’t anything new, but taking the idea to Google Sheets and looking at it from another angle is worth playing with! Traditionally, a chart with Continue Reading →
The mindset of Innovating Play was born from the idea that it is possible to protect and nurture best practices in early childhood education, while expanding opportunities for appropriate connection Continue Reading →
Updated July 2022 At the beginning of each school year, we review our routines and rituals in order to reimagine and keep them fresh. At the same time, we stay Continue Reading →
In our previous post we talked about Supporting Authentic Partnerships Between Caregivers and Educators. In this post we are thinking more about the role of hands-on and balanced literacy experiences Continue Reading →
In our previous post we talked about Embracing Natural Connections to Extend Literacy. In this post we are reflecting on partnerships between caregivers, children, and teachers. We are taking time Continue Reading →
In our previous post we talked about Literacy Engagement, Technology, & Developmentally Appropriate Practices. In this post we are reflecting on strategies for developing meaningful connections between student interest and Continue Reading →