Comments on: Play-Based Learning: Why it Matters

By: Meghan

Meghan — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:19:31 +0000

I used to teach in a prekindergarten classroom and this article is just so refreshing to read! I’ll always advocate for play based learning.

By: Anna

Anna — Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:40:38 +0000

In reply to Donna's daycare. Hi Katie! It is so nice to see someone who thinks and acts like me.I am teacher like you but unfortunately my economical position doesn't let me to do all what I wish about children. I hate classes under the pressure of plans. Human being like freedom in their area.But our life style force us to forget about freedom.Everything is planned and boring in our life.I am sure that children will adore the place where they do what they like instead of doind something that their parents and teachers want.Thank you for this nice job.:-).

By: BarbaraLee

BarbaraLee — Mon, 28 Dec 2015 13:02:58 +0000

As a childcare provider I feel children are already overloaded with academics and not enough childhood memories.
The play based learning has been a stress free education for children to learn at their own pace.
No, things don’t run smoothly 100% but most of our days are filled with independent and group play. As an observer and guidance children are able to solve, plan and corporate play in a positive atmosphere.
I will enjoy your site for more ideas to incorporate in my childcare.

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 01 Nov 2015 04:11:48 +0000

In reply to mARTI h. You are so kind, Marti!Thank you for all you do for young children!

By: mARTI h

mARTI h — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 14:00:24 +0000

Katie,
You give me hope for the future of our children and early childhood education. Every day I feel we must prove how important learning through play is – just as you have described it .
Thanks for giving me strength to keep going and not give up.
Marti

By: Tricia

Tricia — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:09:24 +0000

I’m a big believer in the importance of play-based learning. It seems that children are often not giving enough opportunity to learn through play now-a-days. I really tried to push it as much as my administration would allow when I taught Kindergarten. Now that I’m going to start to be on the hunt for a preschool for my son, I’m definitely going to be looking into schools that are play-based. Thanks so much for sharing!

By: Janine Halloran

Janine Halloran — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 12:38:57 +0000

I love this post so much! Play based learning can take so many forms, as long as it’s done intentionally, as you’ve so beautifully described. Thanks so much for linking up to the Play Matters blog hop!!

By: Katie

Katie — Sat, 02 May 2015 13:29:36 +0000

In reply to Tracey. I appreciate that so much, Tracey! The power of play is amazing :).

By: Tracey

Tracey — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 18:42:54 +0000

This is a fantastic article that I find very informative and encouraging. I plan to share it with my felllow teachers and the parent of my students.

By: Katie

Katie — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:24:38 +0000

In reply to CJS. Space is absolutely nice to have, CJS. I hope you find some inventive and creative ideas for your area. Sometimes I find that challenging situations give me the best ideas. I wish the same for you :).