“Experts recognize that play and academic work are not distinct categories for young children: creating, doing, and learning are inextricably linked. When children are engaged in purposeful play, they are discovering, creating, improvising, and expanding their learning. Viewing children as active participants in their own development and learning allows educators to move beyond preconceived expectations about what children should be learning, and focus on what they are learning” (CMEC, 2012). http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/childcare/Clinton.pdf
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This quote from the blog highlights the importance of play in early childhood education. It emphasizes that play and learning are not separate activities for young children, but rather interconnected processes. Through purposeful play, children engage in discovery, creativity, and learning, making it essential for educators to support this natural developmental process. It’s a reminder that children thrive when viewed as active participants in their own growth, and that their learning journey should be nurtured with curiosity and exploration. Leave a Reply. |
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