by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Jan 11, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
With technology usage increasing in everyday life and in schools, children may be experiencing a disconnect and lack of understanding when it comes to nature. While the idea of a forest school has existing in Europe for decades, it has a small but growing presence in...
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Jan 3, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
Mathematical concepts are often difficult for young children to understand in the way that older children and adults can. While children are still young, the only things that hold their attention are creative pursuits and play. When children are engaged in play and a...
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Jan 1, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
Far too few schools and even fewer teachers properly recognize the educational value of play. Every experience has a dramatic effect on a child’s knowledge and future development as students and productive members of society. When a child is allowed to play shapes...
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Dec 13, 2018 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
The typical style of teaching is often teacher-centric; that is, lessons revolve around a teacher’s knowledge and guidance. However, more and more children are demonstrating that this method of teaching is not effective as they become distracted, disengaged, or...
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Nov 16, 2018 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
Play is designed for exploration and discovery about the individual playing and the world around them. For children of any age, play offers a unique opportunity to develop social skills organically and innovatively. By engaging with others, creating scenarios, and...
