As school closures continue to be announced around the country and around the world due to the coronavirus, I see more and more posts from fellow teachers and parents alike, offering links to printable schedules for home learning, educational resources and free downloadable worksheets. While these can be helpful for families, they can also place undue pressure on both parents and children.
I would like to offer a different perspective for parents of young learners, one which doesn’t require parents to play teacher and leaves learning (mostly) in nature’s very capable hands – through play, exploration and connection.
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