Play-based Learning in the Kindergarten Classroom is a practical guide for educators that highlights the importance of purposeful play in early childhood education. Drawing on research and classroom examples, the resource offers strategies for designing inclusive, responsive, and engaging learning environments. It covers how to use assessment data (such as EYE-TA) to plan and differentiate instruction, create dynamic learning centres, support language development for all learners—including French Immersion and ESL students—and foster student agency through play. The guide also includes key takeaways, design principles, and a sample lesson plan to help educators implement play-based approaches that nurture the whole child and promote meaningful learning.
Play-based Learning in the Kindergarten Classroom
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