Meegan Wozniczka

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Outdoor Classrooms

7 research-backed benefits of outdoor classrooms and outdoor learning for kids: 1. Outdoor learning increases student engagement and ownership of learning. 2. Outdoor learning may encourage better behavior in students. 3. Outdoor classrooms may improve teaching quality, too. 4. Learning outside supports academic performance. 5. Learning outdoors can improve children’s […]

7 Elements of Play No. 4

Today’s feature in the 7 Elements of Play – Sensory Experiences! Benefits of sensory experiences on the playground: 1. Children rely on sensory input to learn about the environment; it also builds neural connections that support thought, learning, and creativity. 2. Sensory experiences support tactical learning. Touch activities require the […]

7 Elements of Play No. 3

Today’s feature in the 7 Elements of Play – Spinning! Benefits of spinning on the playground: 1. It enhances sensory stimulation in the areas of touch, balance, and feel. 2. It develops decision-making skills as children must think while in motion. 3. Spinning helps with postural control as they have […]

7 Elements of Play No. 2

Today’s feature in the 7 Elements of Play – Brachiating! Benefits of brachiating on the playground:1. Brachiating strengthens the upper body and develops grip strength.2. It increases endurance, flexibility, and eye-hand coordination.3. Brachiating develops kinesthetic awareness, which allows a child to know where their body is in space. Many structures […]

Benefits of Playgrounds

All children love a trip to the playground to explore, climb, run and jump! But did you know there are a lot of physical, educational, social, and cognitive benefits to playing outside too? The physical benefits of playgrounds One of the obvious benefits of playgrounds is their ability to challenge […]