Play Is Brain Fuel! The Science of Play & Academic Success in the Preschool Classroom

Unlock the secret to a thriving preschool classroom by discovering why play matters more than worksheets! In this episode, I'm joined by Amanda Morgan, the author of How Powerful Play Drives Development in Early Childhood. We delve into the latest research on play in the early childhood classroom, showing you how play acts as “fertilizer for the brain” and lays the foundation for academic success and lifelong learning. You’ll learn: - Overcoming Skepticism: Why people don’t value what they don’t understand - Play is fertilizer for the brain – the neuroscience behind play-based learning - How play supports the development of academic skills - Tips for advocating play with administrators & families