Play Before Pencils
Play Before Pencils
Jenn Zollinger
Making the Case for Play: How to Talk About Play-Focused Learning with Skeptical Parents and Educators
15 minutes Posted Oct 22, 2025 at 9:10 am.
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How do you explain the power of play to those who still see it as “just fun”? In this episode, we explore how to have meaningful, empathetic conversations with parents and fellow educators who are unsure about using play as the foundation for early learning. We’ll unpack the research, the real-world results, and the practical language you can use to bridge the gap between developmental theory and classroom reality.

Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or advocate for childhood, you’ll come away with renewed confidence in your practice—and the words to help others see that play is serious learning.


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