by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Jun 10, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
It is commonly known that physical activity is beneficial for children for many reasons; from improving health and wellness to stimulating the mind and body, physical activity can help promote good habits and a healthy lifestyle. Despite this common knowledge, many...
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Apr 24, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning
Young children learn best through their own curiosity and discovery. By observing their environment and peers, interacting with their surroundings, and obeying their instincts and impulses in a safe, educational space, children are able to craft their own education....
by Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens | Apr 13, 2019 | Blog, Little Seeds of Carroll Gardens, Play-Based Learning, Play-Based Programs
In a previous post, we explored how play can help children develop skills necessary for logical and mathematical thought. Play is also immensely beneficial when it comes to developing communication skills. Both oral and written communication are essential life skills...
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...
