This week talk all about the stages and types of play. We get down to the basics so that you as a teacher have the foundation you need to incorporate more play in the classroom.This weeks episode discusses what each stage looks like and what each kind of play looks like. We discuss the benefits of play and how to observe and read children&apos;s play.Have some struggling students when it comes to play skills? Have a student stuck in one area? We discuss strategies and ideas for helping push these children forward.We discuss the go to book on play in the classroom, Purposeful Play by Kristine Mraz, Alison Porcelli, and Cheryl Tyler.For more ideas be sure to follow us on <a href='http://www.instagram.com/prek.spot' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer'>Instagram</a> and visit our website <a href='http://www.pre-kspot.com'>www.pre-kspot.com</a>

Incorporating More Play in the Classroom

Let's talk everything early learning with your host Melysa Mei. Currently a Pre-K teacher in the country's largest school system and the founder of Pre-K Spot. Melysa is your host and guide to opening up your teaching. Known for open-ended child-led teaching practices, in this show, Melysa paves the path for your own open-ended teaching journey as an early childhood educator.