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Finding a neurodivergent affirming teacher - a free checklist for parents

How To Find a Neurodivergent Affirming Teacher, School or Program – A Free Checklist

by In The Real Wonderland0 - 1 year old, 2 years old, 3 years old, 4 years old, 5 years old, 6 years old, 7 years old, 8 years old, 9 years old, Blog Articles Play-Based Learning, Free Play-Based Learning Samples and Resources, Mentoring and Coaching - Child Development 11 April 202318 April 2023Comments are Disabled

For Autistic, ADHD, 2e and Gifted and other Neurodivergent Children. Most parents want to ensure their child is receiving the best education possible. For those with a neurodivergent child, it can be even more challenging to find a teacher who understands their unique needs and can provide a learning environment that is supportive, safe, and …

List of essential art supplies. Image shows a range of colourful art supplies including pastels, paint bruses, feathers, yarn, googly eyes, jewels and origami.

Nurturing Creativity: The Essential Art Supplies List for Kids

by In The Real Wonderland3 years old, 4 years old, 5 years old, 6 years old, 7 years old, 8 years old, 9 years old, Art Play Ideas, Blog Articles Play-Based Learning, Construction Play Ideas, Exploratory Play Ideas, Fine Motor Play Ideas, Free Play-Based Learning Resources, Free Play-Based Learning Samples and Resources, Play Recipes, Materials, Objects, Toys and Supplies, Play Supplies, Problem Solving Play Ideas, Sensory Play Ideas, Sorting and Aligning Play Ideas 1 February 202312 February 2023Comments are Disabled

As a play-based teacher who values children’s autonomy, I am frequently asked what are the essential supplies needed to support children’s creative play and open expression. The truthful answer is that creativity can be supported with whatever you have on hand. Having some open-ended materials is important – but there really is no special or …

How To Introduce Loose Parts Play-Based Learning

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Loose parts play as a pathway for learning Families and teachers are increasingly interested in how loose parts play-based learning can be introduced to children. Researchers have found that when children engage in high quality play, they extend their social skills, language abilities, identity development, executive function, problem-solving, and academic foundations (Hassinger-Das et al., 2019). …