Welcome to My Play Based Classroom Blog
Hi there!
I'm Janelle - a play-based early years teacher who is super passionate about creating learning experiences that boost curiosity, creativity, and academic growth.
On this blog, I share practical tips for meeting curriculum benchmarks through a balance of explicit teaching and play, setting up the ideal learning environment and fostering social-emotional development.
So, let’s make play-based teaching work in your preschool, kindergarten, or first-grade classroom!
The Benefits of a Classroom Maker Space
Discover all the benefits of a classroom maker space in this blog post and download some free posters to educate your classroom visitors on why you have a Makerspace, Box Construction Area, Collage Table, Creation Station or whatever you choose to call it in your learning space.
5 Picture Books for Your Classroom Maker Space
There are many wonderful children’s books to inspire and provoke creativity in a classroom Maker Space. Discover five of our must-have picture books for your creative learning provocations.
DIY Kids Easter Hats Ideas for School
Looking for fun and easy DIY kids Easter hat ideas for school? Discover step-by-step tips, creative hat inspiration, and free planning resources to make your Easter Hat Parade a success!