The Play Based Learning Podcast

Mar 10 2025 76 ep. 32 mins 35

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Kristen RB Peterson, will be your new teacher bestie, mentor, and motivator, all in one. Kristen is on a mission to energize your passion for early childhood education, challenge outdated practices, and equip you with the tools to create a truly developmentally appropriate learning environment. As a play advocate, Kristen’s enthusiasm and expertise will inspire you to foster creativity, curiosity, and joy in the children under your care. Together, we’ll embark on a journey to set the stage for a lifelong love of learning, ensuring that every child experiences the wonder and magic of childhood.

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Why Play with Rae Pica

Mar 10 2025 41 mins

Take a listen as the wonderful Rae Pica and I talk all about topics in her most recent book Why Play?. This podcast episode explores the importance of risk-taking, big body play, and rough-and-tumble play in childhood development. Kristen and Rae discuss how societal fears often limit children's natural play instincts, sharing personal stories and research on the benefits of embrac

EP 75 That's Not a Turkey by Kristen Day

Dec 30 2024 19 mins

In this episode, Kristen reads a chapter in her new book that just released I’m Not Getting Them Ready for Kindergarten- Breaking Tradition in Early Childhood Education. Get the Book: Kristen Day's New Book Find Kristen here: @kristen.rb.peterson or at KristenRBPeterson.com

EP 74: The Power of Creativity (Part 3) with Beverly Beck

Nov 11 2024 28 mins

This episode is part two on creativity with Beverly Beck, the creator of 'Happy Little Humans.' With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Beverly combines her passion for social-emotional well-being and creativity to inspire children through art and play. Her approach emphasizes compassion, curiosity, and connection, fostering confidence in children to grow in

EP 73: The Power of Creativity (Part 2) with Beverly Beck

Oct 28 2024 36 mins

This episode is part two on creativity with Beverly Beck, the creator of 'Happy Little Humans.' With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Beverly combines her passion for social-emotional well-being and creativity to inspire children through art and play. Her approach emphasizes compassion, curiosity, and connection, fostering confidence in children to grow in

EP 72: The Power of Creativity (Part 1) with Beverly Beck

Oct 14 2024 30 mins

This episode’s guest is Beverly Beck, the creator of 'Happy Little Humans.' With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, Beverly combines her passion for social-emotional well-being and creativity to inspire children through art and play. Her approach emphasizes compassion, curiosity, and connection, fostering confidence in children to grow in their own unique w

EP 71: Bridging Play-Based Learning with Anti-Bias Practices with Dr. Jasmine Moses

Sep 30 2024 31 mins

Dr. Jasmine Moses is an Anti-Bias Early Childhood Educator dedicated to helping parents and teachers raise and teach the next generation. With a background as an early childhood teacher and Non-profit community worker, she is passionate about promoting fairness and equity from a young age. Her work aims to create inclusive and respectful environments for all children and their fami

EP 70: The Anji Play Approach with Jesse Coffino

Sep 16 2024 60 mins

Jesse Coffino is an educator, author, translator, dad and CEO of Anji Education, Inc. The guy who has spent the last decade introducing True Play and the practices of Anji Play to the world outside of China. Key Takeaways: Reflective Practice: Teachers benefit significantly from observing and reflecting on videos of children's play. This practice helps educators understand and im

EP 69: Rethinking Weapon Play in Early Childhood with Samual Broaden and Kisa Marx

Sep 03 2024 46 mins

Samuel and Kisa are fierce childhood advocates and the authors of Rethinking Weapon Play in Early Childhood. Key Takeaways: Reflect on Decisions: Educators should regularly examine their reasons for saying "no" to certain play, ensuring they align with the children's best interests. Value Unrestricted Play: Allow diverse forms of play, like weapon play, to support children's learn

EP 68: Healing Through Play as an Adult with Kara Latta

Aug 19 2024 27 mins

Kara is a Play and Mindset Coach and your partner-in-fun on the path to healing perfectionism and rekindling your playful, creative spirit. Kara’s message is that play is anything but fluffy; it’s the secret sauce to more health, confidence, creativity, and joy (science says so too!). It's also a powerful healing tool to help us release perfectionism and connect with our inner

EP 67: Unlocking the Secrets of Children's Play with Anande Ferreira

Aug 05 2024 29 mins

Anande Ferreira is a mama and pediatric occupational therapist with a special interest in playfulness and sensory integration. She has over 10 years experience supporting children and their families. Upon completion of her Masters degree focused on playfulness, she presented her research at the World Federation of Occupational Therapy Congress and has published in the Occupational