Tag: play-based learning
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Relax, Parents: It’s Okay If Your 5-Year-Old Isn’t Reading Yet, and Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent post, comedian Lisa Harper candidly discussed her choice not to teach her 5-year-old son to read just yet. She shared, “We read to him every day, diving into adventures like Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory and getting lost in the world of Harry Potter. Our focus is on nurturing his…
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Boston Public Schools Embrace a Transformative Approach: Here’s Why It Matters
Get Pregnant Fast As my youngest son embarks on his kindergarten journey, I’ve been struck by a recurring sentiment he expresses: “There is just so much WORK!” When I inquire further, he shares his frustrations about long hours spent at his desk, filling out worksheets, resulting in feelings of boredom and restlessness. It’s tough to…
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Can We PLEASE Reintroduce Play in Kindergarten?
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine a kindergarten classroom from the late 1970s. Picture avocado-green file cabinets, children in vibrant bell-bottoms lounging on beanbags, flipping through the pages of real books—no screens in sight. There are chalkboards, and in every corner, learning centers brimming with children engaged in genuine play. That was my kindergarten experience. We immersed…
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Today’s Kindergartens Are Missing the Mark
Get Pregnant Fast If you walk into a contemporary kindergarten classroom in the United States, you’re likely to observe a teacher guiding students through sight words, pairs of children reading to each other, and groups practicing basic math operations like addition and subtraction. You might catch glimpses of students exploring earth and plant science or…
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Schools Are Reducing Playtime, and the Consequences Are Alarming
Get Pregnant Fast As my youngest son embarked on his kindergarten journey a few months ago, my anxiety levels were surprisingly low. Having navigated this transition with my older child, I felt reassured that he would adapt, find friends, and even tackle the school bathroom. However, my primary concern revolved around the alarming trend towards…
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Finland’s Education Model: A Blueprint for Success
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to education, Finland stands out as a beacon of innovation and effectiveness, proving that learning can be both enjoyable and productive. With one of the world’s highest-ranking educational systems, Finland offers valuable insights that other countries, especially the United States, could benefit from. How Finland Achieves Remarkable Success A…