

Establishing a Play Workshop by Kimberly Fox
Play. Somehow conversations around play can sometimes feel like the most explosive in our schools, yet the data shows again and again how vital these skills and experiences are for our students. Language skills, self-regulation skills, exposure to a variety of materials and experiences develop seamlessly in classrooms with consistent and responsive play work. For those of us who know the importance of play, the question is often, how do I create a time and structure around pl