Play based learning draws from children’s natural desire to engage in experiences based on their interests, strengths and developing skills. When children initiate play, they are more motivated to learn and develop positive attitudes towards learning.
The Montessori educational system has undergone continued development over the last century to assist in the growth and learning of children based on scientific study and research. The Montessori approach aims to allow children to follow their natural development and inspire them towards a lifelong love of learning.
Current educational “play” involves a lot of technology and applications; children appear to be almost glued to their devices. This makes me reflec...
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We may not be aware but as children grow, the nature of their play also changes. Each differing type of play promotes growth towards a child’s development. As Fred Rogers states, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”
When riding a balance bike, your little one will quickly learn the mechanics of riding a real bike. When they turn the handlebars to the left for example, they need to learn to also lean to that side to counter the movement of the bicycle. When riding a tricycle or a bike with training wheels the movement is reversed. and they’ll need to unlearn everything when stepping up to a real bicycle with pedals.
